Capilla de los toreros ( por los anos de 1801 a 1806 ) Circa 1880

This richly detailed chromolithograph by Ángel Lizcano takes us into the solemn and intimate world of Spanish bullfighters, pausing for prayer in the "Capilla de los Toreros"—the bullfighters’ chapel—sometime between 1801 and 1806.

A deeply atmospheric scene unfolds inside a sacred space, where toreros, dressed in elaborate traditional costume, kneel and gather before a glowing altar. Their expressions and postures convey reverence, introspection, and the emotional gravity of what lies ahead in the bullring. In the dim candlelight, richly colored textiles and fine detail bring the scene to life with extraordinary theatricality and respect for cultural tradition.

Lizcano, known for his historical and costumbrista paintings, captures not only a visual moment but a ritual of emotional and spiritual preparation. His brush honors the valor and vulnerability of the matador, set within the dramatic context of Spanish religious devotion.

Corrida - Spain - Religion

J. Palacios Madrid

Bon état, traces de plis