A Bull-fight in Mexico
1889
Frederic Remington wasn't just painting cowboys; in 1889, he headed south to Mexico to witness the brutal spectacle of bullfighting firsthand. This chaotic illustration captures the exact moment disaster strikes—a bull has just gored a horse, sending it crashing to the sand while matadors scramble to distract the angry beast. Unlike the graceful dances often associated with bullfighting, Remington shows the gritty, dangerous reality of the sport. The signature 'Mexico '89' in the corner marks this as a vivid report from his travels, bringing the intensity of the arena back to American readers.
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