Small Spanish Bullfighting Scene, Signed J. Parraga (Forward-Facing)
Small Spanish Bullfighting Scene, Signed J. Parraga (Forward-Facing)
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Additional Description
Small framed Spanish bullfighting scene depicting a matador in the arena with a charging black bull, red cape, and spectators in the stands behind. The work is signed lower right and appears to read J. Parraga. The piece is presented in a decorative gilt frame with raised floral and scroll ornament at the corners.
The scene has a charming Spanish decorative art quality, with expressive detail and warm aged color. It is a compact, atmospheric piece well suited for a gallery wall, library, bar, or collected interior.
Era
Likely mid-20th century.
History
Bullfighting scenes were popular subjects in Spanish decorative and souvenir art throughout the 20th century, often capturing the drama and pageantry of the corrida with vivid reds, golds, and dark bull forms. This example appears to be signed J. Parraga, though the exact artist identity has not been definitively confirmed.
Best described as Spanish School bullfighting scene, signed J. Parraga.
Provenance
Private collection. Additional provenance unknown.
Materials
Painted or printed image on board/panel, under glass or varnish
Decorative gilt frame, likely composition over wood or molded frame material
Dimensions
Please add exact measurements.
Suggested format: approx. ___" H x ___" W overall; sight approx. ___" H x ___" W.
Disclaimers
Wear consistent with age and use. Surface toning, craquelure or varnish texture, small marks, scratches, dust under glass or surface residue may be present. Frame shows gilt wear, darkening, rubbing, small chips, cracks, and losses to raised ornament. Signature appears to read J. Parraga, but exact reading and artist identification are not guaranteed. Medium has not been definitively confirmed from photos.
Additional Description
Small framed Spanish bullfighting scene depicting a matador in the arena with a charging black bull, red cape, and spectators in the stands behind. The work is signed lower right and appears to read J. Parraga. The piece is presented in a decorative gilt frame with raised floral and scroll ornament at the corners.
The scene has a charming Spanish decorative art quality, with expressive detail and warm aged color. It is a compact, atmospheric piece well suited for a gallery wall, library, bar, or collected interior.
Era
Likely mid-20th century.
History
Bullfighting scenes were popular subjects in Spanish decorative and souvenir art throughout the 20th century, often capturing the drama and pageantry of the corrida with vivid reds, golds, and dark bull forms. This example appears to be signed J. Parraga, though the exact artist identity has not been definitively confirmed.
Best described as Spanish School bullfighting scene, signed J. Parraga.
Provenance
Private collection. Additional provenance unknown.
Materials
Painted or printed image on board/panel, under glass or varnish
Decorative gilt frame, likely composition over wood or molded frame material
Dimensions
Please add exact measurements.
Suggested format: approx. ___" H x ___" W overall; sight approx. ___" H x ___" W.
Disclaimers
Wear consistent with age and use. Surface toning, craquelure or varnish texture, small marks, scratches, dust under glass or surface residue may be present. Frame shows gilt wear, darkening, rubbing, small chips, cracks, and losses to raised ornament. Signature appears to read J. Parraga, but exact reading and artist identification are not guaranteed. Medium has not been definitively confirmed from photos.