Who painted Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull?

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull was painted by Francisco de Goya in 1816.

Where can I see Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull?

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull?

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull

Francisco de Goya , 1816

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco de Goya. It dates from 1816 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1923.550
Credit line: Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund

About this work

Overview

Bullfights: El Cid Campeador Spearing Another Bull is an 1816 print by Francisco de Goya, housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art. The work depicts a dramatic scene of a bullfighter on horseback, identified as El Cid Campeador, engaging with a bull.

Subject & Meaning

The print showcases a pivotal moment in a bullfight, with El Cid Campeador, a legendary Spanish figure, spearing a bull. The composition emphasizes the dynamic confrontation between the rider and the animal, capturing the intensity of the event.

Technique & Style

Goya employed a technique that achieves deep shading and textured effects, enhancing the sense of depth and energy. Strong, bold lines and expressive brushstrokes convey the kinetic movement of the scene, characteristic of Goya's expressive approach.

History & Provenance

Created in 1816, the print is part of Goya's 'Bullfights' series. It is currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.