Titelprent voor de serie La Tauromaquia 1811 - 1816

This is a title page for the series *La Tauromaquia*, a set of 33 prints created between 1811 and 1816 by Spanish artist Rafael Esteve y Vilella (1772 - 1847). This engraving shows the table of contents for the series, which depicts various moments of the bullfight, a popular spectacle in Spain. *La Tauromaquia* provides viewers with insight into the art and techniques of bullfighting, illustrating the courageous acts of the bullfighters and the drama of the encounter with the bull. The print, created using the *aguafuerte* (etching) technique, is a fine example of printmaking in the early 19th century.