This commanding bullfighting poster from Barcelona's Plaza de Toros Monumental captures the heart-pounding drama of the corrida with masterful painterly intensity. The illustration, signed by Ballestar, depicts a matador in his suit of lights executing a classic pass, his red cape sweeping before a charging bull whose raw power is rendered in bold, expressive brushstrokes.The poster announces a series of grandes corridas featuring three of Spain's most celebrated matadors of the era: Antonio Bienvenida, Juan Garcia 'Mondeño', and Santiago Martin 'El Viti,' who would go on to become one of bullfighting's living legends. Six bulls from the prestigious ganadería of Felix Cameno Gutierrez of Madrid were promised for the afternoon spectacles at 5:30.Produced for the Balañá entertainment enterprise, this large-format poster embodies the theatrical grandeur that made Spanish bullfighting a cultural institution. The warm golden palette and dynamic composition make this an exceptional example of mid-century Spanish event advertising and a striking decorative piece.Size: 39" x 21"Artist: BallestarCondition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Repaired tear in lower left border. Original fold lines as issued.Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request.
