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El animoso moro Gazul es el primero que lanceo toros en regla (The Spirited Moor Gazul is the First to Spear Bulls According to Rules)

Francisco Goya

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a person on horseback maneuvering around a bull. The horse is bending its legs as it turns sharply, while a bull charges from the right. The rider is holding a long spear, poised for action. The composition is enclosed within a rectangular border, and the background is minimal. The etching technique contributes to the sense of motion and drama.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1816
Medium
etching, burnished aquatint and drypoint [first edition impression]
Dimensions
4996 × 3554 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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