El famoso Americano, Mariano Ceballos (The Famous American, Mariano Ceballos)

Francisco Goya

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a bullfight scene. The image depicts a moment within a bullfighting ring. In the foreground, a bull is bucking energetically, with a costumed figure on its back, likely a bullfighter, poised with a lance. Another bull is seen on the right, while bystanders or assistants are managing the scene. The background shows a crowded arena filled with sketch-like spectators. Shadows and textures suggest various moods and the pressure of the performance. The lines and tones add depth, emphasizing the chaos and action in the bullring.