Portret van een onbekende stierenvechter (banderillero), met sierstokken en stierenkop c. 1860 - 1875

This carte de visite photograph by Juan Laurent captures the dramatic moment of a bullfighter, known as a banderillero, facing a bull. The image, created between 1860 and 1875, showcases the traditional attire of the bullfighter with his ornate jacket and breeches. The pose suggests a moment of intense action, highlighting the inherent risk and spectacle of the bullfight. The photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the popular culture of 19th-century Spain, where bullfighting held significant social and cultural importance.