Matador Collection

Matador poster taken in 2001, Seville, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Spanish Matador Buffet
A Spanish matador waits in front of a buffet, while the chef dishes up and a man in a suit swigs wine from a porron! Date: 1960s

Matador and bull during a bullfight in Arles, Bouches du Rhone, Provence, France, Europe

Spanish Bullfighting Series (10 / 12)
Spanish Bullfighting Series. The matador has removed his sword and the bull has collapsed. Date: 1913

Rodolfo Gaona Jimenez, Mexican bullfighter
Rodolfo Gaona Jimenez (1888-1975), Mexican bullfighter, known as the Caliph de Leon. He moved to Spain in 1908. Date: circa 1910

Painting of the restored Taureador Fresco from the Palace of Minos at Knossos (Evans Fresco Drawing N/4)
7310000 Painting of the restored Taureador Fresco from the Palace of Minos at Knossos (Evans Fresco Drawing N/4), 1900-50 (paper, pigment) by Gillieron

Martin TM-61C Matador immediately prior to launch from its zero-length launcher

Spain - Matador pole vaulting
A Matador pole vaults over the on-rushing bull during a Spanish Bullfight. Date: circa 1910s

Spanish Bullfighting Series (7 / 12)
Spanish Bullfighting Series. The pass crutch - tempting the bull with his red cape, the matador tires the beast. Date: 1913

SPAIN: BULLFIGHT. Bull fight in the town square of the village of Mijares, Spain. Photograph, mid 20th century

Bullfighting Poster
A poster for a bullfighting show at Algeciras, Spain, with a rather superb section of English translation!

Spanish Bullfighting - (card 2 of 3)
Spanish Bullfighting scene - In the final stage, the tercio de muerte, a matador re-enters the ring alone with a small red cape (muleta) and a sword

Sport. Bullfighting. Salute of the Matador. Photo, Spain, c.1910
2636370 Sport. Bullfighting. Salute of the Matador. Photo, Spain, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Sport. Bullfighting. Entry of the bull in the arena. Photo, Spain, c.1910
2636367 Sport. Bullfighting. Entry of the bull in the arena. Photo, Spain, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

A printed cotton cover decorated with scenes of a man wrestling a bull (cotton)
1767221 A printed cotton cover decorated with scenes of a man wrestling a bull (cotton); 165x205 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Dancer (Mariano Caprubi), 1862 (etching on paper)
8698267 The Dancer (Mariano Caprubi), 1862 (etching on paper) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: By Edouard Manet).

A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century, 1884 (engraving)
6116601 A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century, 1884 (engraving); (add.info.: A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century. The matador prepares to kill the bull)

Sport. Bullfighting. Carrying the bull's dead body. Photo, Spain, c.1910
2636369 Sport. Bullfighting. Carrying the bull's dead body. Photo, Spain, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Sport. Bullfighting in Lunel, France, Oct., 30, 1910. Postcard, France, c.1910
2636365 Sport. Bullfighting in Lunel, France, Oct., 30, 1910. Postcard, France, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida a Lunel, France, le 30/10/1910. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Carmen, opera by Georges Bizet, c. 1900 (chromo)
1790192 Carmen, opera by Georges Bizet, c. 1900 (chromo); (add.info.: Toreador, from the Carmen opera by Georges Bizet (1875), after Prosper Merimee); Photo © CCI.

Three Spanish bullfighters (colour litho)
3062049 Three Spanish bullfighters (colour litho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Left: Jose Redondo Dominguez El Chiclanero Centre)

Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus tries his hand at Bull Fighting. Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967. BEST IMAGE

Sport. Bullfighting. Death of the bull, the puntilla. Photo, Spain, c.1910
2636368 Sport. Bullfighting. Death of the bull, the puntilla. Photo, Spain, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Sport. Bullfighting. The Cuadrilla (team of a matador and his banderilleros and picadors)
2636362 Sport. Bullfighting. The Cuadrilla (team of a matador and his banderilleros and picadors). Illustration, Germany, c.1910-20.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll)

Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus tries his hand at Bull Fighting. Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967. BEST IMAGE

Poster advertising the 1913 bullfighting season in the old arenas of Barcelona, 1913 (poster)
AIS5372722 Poster advertising the 1913 bullfighting season in the old arenas of Barcelona, 1913 (poster); © Iberfoto.

Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus tries his hand at Bull Fighting. Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus tries his hand at Bull Fighting. Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus tries his hand at Bull Fighting. Formula One World Championship, Rd11, Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967. BEST IMAGE

View of a bullfight on the Plaza Mayor in Madrid, 1759-c.1796. Creator: Louis-Joseph Mondhare
View of a bullfight on the Plaza Mayor in Madrid, 1759-c.1796

The Bull leaping the barrier; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Bull leaping the barrier; Notes on Spain, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The Banderillero in the chair; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Banderillero in the chair; Notes on Spain, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Boys playing at Bull-fighting; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Boys playing at Bull-fighting; Notes on Spain, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'The Espada; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Espada; Notes on Spain, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

A New Collection of Songs for the Brave Ponciano Diaz (Nueva Coleccion de Canciones... 1888)
A New Collection of Songs for the Brave Ponciano Diaz (Nueva Coleccion de Canciones al Ponciano Diaz), 1888

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Bullfighter in costume, 1880. Creator: Zacharie Astruc
Bullfighter in costume, 1880. (La toilette du torero)

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"Captivating the Spirit of Spain: Matador - A Timeless Symbol of Bravery and Tradition" Step into the vibrant world of matadors, where grace meets danger in a mesmerizing dance. This captivating Matador poster, taken in 2001 in Seville, Andalucia, Spain, transports us to the heartland of bullfighting. Europe's rich heritage comes alive as we witness the intense spectacle unfold. Indulge your senses at the Spanish Matador Buffet, savoring traditional delicacies that embody centuries-old culinary traditions. As you dine amidst lively conversations and flamenco melodies, immerse yourself in the essence of Spanish culture. In Arles, Bouches du Rhone, Provence, France lies an iconic scene - a fearless matador locked in a timeless battle with a mighty bull. This snapshot from the Spanish Bullfighting Series (10/12) captures both awe-inspiring bravery and profound respect for these majestic animals. Travel back through history with a painting depicting the restored Taureador Fresco from Knossos' Palace. Created between 1900-50 by Evans Fresco Drawing N/4 on paper using pigments that have stood against time's testaments – this artwork echoes ancient tales of courage. Rodolfo Gaona Jimenez emerges as an emblematic figure among Mexican bullfighters; his name synonymous with passion and skill within this daring profession. His legacy inspires generations to embrace their dreams fearlessly. Witness Martin TM-61C Matador poised for launch – an embodiment of precision and strength reaching new heights. In Spain's pole vaulting arenas, athletes channel their inner matadors to conquer gravity itself. Journey deeper into rural Spain as we explore Mijares' town square during mid-20th century festivities—a photograph frozen in time capturing raw emotions exchanged between man and beast—an age-old tradition celebrated fervently across generations.