Two teams of picadors thrown one after the other by a single bull, plate 32 from The Art of Bullfighting Possibly 1814 - 1816

This etching, "Two teams of picadors thrown one after the other by a single bull, plate 32 from The Art of Bullfighting," is a powerful depiction of the brutality of bullfighting, a popular pastime in Goya's Spain. The image, created between 1814 and 1816, shows a bull charging through the ring, tossing picadors and their horses, and the crowd looking on in a mixture of fear and excitement. Goya's dark, expressive lines and dramatic use of light and shadow convey the violence and danger of the spectacle, reflecting the artist's own conflicted view of bullfighting. The etching is part of Goya's "Tauromaquia," a series of prints celebrating the sport while simultaneously exposing its inherent cruelty. It's a complex work of art that continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into both the artistry and brutality of the bullfight.