Bullfight in a Divided Ring
1816 Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This oil painting on wood panel depicts a dynamic bullfighting scene with a divided arena, showcasing Goya's mature interest in Spanish popular traditions. It is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Did you know?
Goya had a lifelong fascination with bullfighting, a sport he depicted in various series throughout his career, most notably in his series of prints called La Tauromaquia. This specific painting illustrates the unique practice of the 'divided ring,' where the bullfight was split into two different actions happening simultaneously, a tradition that was fading by the early 19th century.
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Bullfight in a Divided Ring
Francisco Goya, 1816
