Banderillero's in gevecht met een stier in de stierenvechtersarena van Carretera de Aragon te Madrid c. 1880 - 1890

This photograph by Juan Laurent depicts a bullfight in Madrid's Carretera de Aragon bullring. Taken between 1880 and 1890, it captures the intensity of the spectacle, with the bull charging toward the "banderilleros" who are attempting to plant banderillas into its shoulders. The image provides a glimpse into the history of bullfighting, a controversial but deeply rooted tradition in Spanish culture. The composition highlights the dynamics of the fight and the skill of the matadors, creating a powerful visual narrative.