tauromaquia, La
work by Goya
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La tauromaquia is a series of etchings created by the Spanish artist Francisco de Goya between 1815 and 1816. The term "tauromaquia" itself refers to tauromachy, or bullfighting. Goya, who was an amateur torero himself, depicted the spectacle of the corrida in his etchings, offering a glimpse into what bullfighting looked like in the early 19th century. This series is considered one of Goya's major print cycles, showcasing his mastery of techniques like etching and aquatint.123
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