The Divided Arena 1825

Francisco Goya's "The Divided Arena," an etching from his famed series "The Tauromaquia," captures the intensity and drama of a bullfight. Created in 1825, this work depicts a bull charging at a matador, with the audience looking on. Goya's masterful use of line and shadow creates a sense of movement and suspense, highlighting the inherent danger of this traditional Spanish spectacle. The print is a testament to Goya's fascination with bullfighting, a subject he explored throughout his career.