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"Espada: The Symbolic Dance of Strength and Grace" Step into the vibrant world of Spanish bullfighting, where the espada takes center stage

Background imageEspada Collection: Spanish bullfight

Spanish bullfight
LLM456871 Spanish bullfight by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spanish bullfight. Illustration for Storia de Costume dei Popoli by Paolo Lorenzini (Nerbini)

Background imageEspada Collection: Bullfight in a Divided Ring (oil on canvas)

Bullfight in a Divided Ring (oil on canvas)
3493184 Bullfight in a Divided Ring (oil on canvas) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828) (attr. to); 98.4x126.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageEspada Collection: Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving)

Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving)
1054859 Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid)

Background imageEspada Collection: Mademoiselle V... in the Costume of an Espada, 1862. Creator: Edouard Manet

Mademoiselle V... in the Costume of an Espada, 1862. Creator: Edouard Manet
Mademoiselle V... in the Costume of an Espada, 1862

Background imageEspada Collection: A Matador, 1866-67 (oil on canvas)

A Matador, 1866-67 (oil on canvas)
3468933 A Matador, 1866-67 (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 171.1x113 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageEspada Collection: San Antonio, Texas, USA - Mission San Francisco De Espada

San Antonio, Texas, USA - Mission San Francisco De Espada (Fourth Mission) - built in 1730. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageEspada Collection: Cemetery of The Sword, (1806), 1920s

Cemetery of The Sword, (1806), 1920s
Cemetery of the sword, blessed by Bishop Espada on February 2nd, 1806. Before that date people used to be buried in the churches

Background imageEspada Collection: Obispo Diaz de Espada, (1756-1832), 1920s

Obispo Diaz de Espada, (1756-1832), 1920s
He was born in Alava in 1756 and arrived in Havana as bishop in 1802. During thirty years he carried out his work and became one the the best bishops that Cuba had

Background imageEspada Collection: Mille Victorine costume Espada Edouard Manet

Mille Victorine costume Espada Edouard Manet
Mille, Victorine in the costume of an Espada. Edouard Manet (French, 1832-1883). Etching and aquatint

Background imageEspada Collection: Lamborghini Espada 1977 Blue dark

Lamborghini Espada 1977 Blue dark
Lamborghini Espada, 1977, Blue, dark, Lamborghini, LAM103808

Background imageEspada Collection: Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an 'Espada', 1862. Creator: Edouard Manet

Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an "Espada", 1862. Creator: Edouard Manet
Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an " Espada", 1862. In the manner of Goya

Background imageEspada Collection: Texas, San Antonio. Mission Espada

Texas, San Antonio. Mission Espada

Background imageEspada Collection: SOLIDARITY DAY, 1981. Portrait of an elderly Puerto Rican man at the Solidarity

SOLIDARITY DAY, 1981. Portrait of an elderly Puerto Rican man at the Solidarity Day march in Washington, D.C. picketing for the rights of migrant workers

Background imageEspada Collection: MAN AND FLAG, c1970. Portrait of a young man with a Puerto Rican flag. Photograph by Frank Espada

MAN AND FLAG, c1970. Portrait of a young man with a Puerto Rican flag. Photograph by Frank Espada, c1970

Background imageEspada Collection: BROOKLYN: PREACHING, 1965. Sister Teresa preaching at Pentecostal street service in East New York

BROOKLYN: PREACHING, 1965. Sister Teresa preaching at Pentecostal street service in East New York, Brooklyn, New York. Photograph by Frank Espada, 1965

Background imageEspada Collection: Bullfight, Suerte de Varas, 1824 (oil on canvas)

Bullfight, Suerte de Varas, 1824 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765267 Bullfight, Suerte de Varas, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 49.8x70.8 cm; J

Background imageEspada Collection: SPAIN: BULLFIGHTING, 1891. The espada giving the coup de mort in Madrid, Spain

SPAIN: BULLFIGHTING, 1891. The espada giving the coup de mort in Madrid, Spain. Line drawing, 1891

Background imageEspada Collection: Knights of Santiago

Knights of Santiago
SANTIAGO DE ESPADA (Saint James of the Sword) Spanish religious/military order, created 1175 to protect Compostella pilgrims from the infidels


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"Espada: The Symbolic Dance of Strength and Grace" Step into the vibrant world of Spanish bullfighting, where the espada takes center stage. This captivating tradition unfolds in a divided ring, as depicted in "Bullfight in a Divided Ring, " an oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the intensity of this age-old spectacle. Immerse yourself further with "Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid, " an engraving that transports you to the heart of Spain's cultural heritage. Witness Mademoiselle V. . Embodying the spirit of an espada in her stunning costume, beautifully captured by Edouard Manet's brush strokes in 1862. The artistry continues with "A Matador, " another mesmerizing oil on canvas piece from 1866-67. Feel your pulse quicken as you witness the matador's bravery and skill against a formidable opponent. Travel across continents to San Antonio, Texas, USA, where Mission San Francisco De Espada stands proudly. Explore its rich history and architectural grandeur while contemplating Obispo Diaz de Espada's legacy (1756-1832), whose contributions shaped this iconic mission. Intrigue awaits at Cemetery of The Sword (1806), a haunting yet evocative glimpse into history during the 1920s. Marvel at Lamborghini Espada 1977 Blue dark, a sleek automobile that embodies power and elegance just like its namesake. Return to artistry with Mlle. Victorine donning an "Espada" costume once again; Manet effortlessly captures her allure and strength through his brushstrokes in 1862. Complete your journey at Mission Espada nestled within Texas' enchanting landscapes. Discover its spiritual significance and marvel at its timeless beauty. Through these diverse glimpses into culture, art, architecture, and even automotive excellence – one thing remains constant: espada represents more than just a sword.