Suerte Collection

Spain - Suerte de las Banderillas - from Life
A black and white slide showing a bull fighting arena with a group of men fighting one bull, with two more dead bulls in the arena

Spanish Spain Lantern Slide Slides Life Suerte
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Suerte de Varas (Bullfighting stage), colored engraving by Antonio Carnicero

Suerte de Matar (Bullfighting stage), colored engraving by Antonio Carnicero

Suerte de Banderillas (Bullfighting stage), colored engraving by Antonio Carnicero

Colored Engravings by Antonio Carnicero, Plate VIII, Suerte de Banderillas, Plate IX: Suerte de Matar

Cada cual tiene su suerte, la tuya es de borracho hasta la muerte (Everyone has his luck, yours is to be drunkard till death). Caricature of Joseph Bonaparte during his kingdom in Spain as Joseph I

Playing Taba, a variant of Knucklebones, Argentina
Customs of the countryside, Argentinian gauchos playing Taba a variant of the game of Knucklebones, Argentina. The game is played in a field where the taba or talus bone is thrown to the air

A Bullfighter Stood On Stilts, Preparing To Kill The Bull During A 19Th Century Bullfight In The Bullring At Seville, Spain. This Is Called Suerte De Matar En Zancos In Spanish

A Spanish Banderillerlo Placing The Banderillas Whilst Seated In A Chair, During A 19Th Century Bullfight. This Is Called Suerte De Banderillas, En Silla In Spanish

Spain - Bull Fighting - Suerte de Capa
A black and white slide showing a bull fighting arena with a group of men fighting a bull.. Slide number 368 in Box 148 entitled Spain Bull Fighting & Spanish Life. Date: circa 1890s

Bullfight, Suerte de Varas; Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (Francisco de Goya), Spanish, 1746 - 1828; 1824; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 49.8 x 70.8 cm (19 5/8 x 27 7/8 in.)

Picture No. 10761526
Morocco - The characterful Hotel Suerte Loca ("Crazy Luck") in Sidi Ifni in Morocco's southwest. Date:

LUCAS VELAZQUEZ, Eugenio (1817-1870). La suerte de varas. Romanticism. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Prado Museum

La suerte de la capa. Illustration shows a bull charging as the matador plays the cape. Date between 1860 and 1870

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"Suerte: A Spanish Tradition of Bravery and Skill" In the vibrant land of Spain, suerte is more than just a word; it embodies the essence of bravery and skill. From the exhilarating bullfighting arenas to traditional games played on dusty streets, suerte weaves its way through various aspects of Spanish culture. One can witness the artistry de las banderillas in colorful engravings by Antonio Carnicero. These vivid depictions capture the moment when a brave matador places sharp darts into a charging bull's back, showcasing both courage and precision. The stages of bullfighting come alive with suerte de varas, where horse-mounted picadors test their mettle against fierce bulls. The clash between man and beast creates an electrifying spectacle that has captivated audiences for centuries. Another pivotal stage in this ancient tradition is suerte de matar, where a skilled torero stands tall before an enraged bull, ready to deliver the final blow. This act requires nerves of steel as life hangs in balance between man and animal. But not all forms involve such danger; some are playful expressions found within everyday life. In Argentina, children engage in taba - a variant of knucklebones - displaying their own unique brand of luck while enjoying moments filled with laughter and camaraderie. Yet amidst these diverse interpretations lies a saying deeply rooted in Spanish wisdom: "Cada cual tiene su suerte, la tuya es de borracho. " Translated as "Everyone has their own luck; yours is that of a drunkard, " it reminds us that fate treats each person differently. Whether witnessing daring feats inside Seville's grand bullring or observing local customs passed down through generations, one cannot deny the significance attached to this powerful word - Suerte. It symbolizes resilience, passion, and above all else – embracing one's destiny with unwavering courage.