Vintage Linares Bullfighting Poster — Spain, 1947

A green-and-gold matador, bold red lettering, and a pale green text panel give this vintage Linares bullfighting poster a striking presence. Beyond its visual appeal, it depicts an event with a significant place in bullfighting history.

The poster advertises the August 28, 1947 Feria y Fiesta de San Agustín in Linares, Spain, naming Gitanillo de Triana, Manuel Rodríguez “Manolete,” and Luis Miguel Dominguín. This was Manolete’s final bullfight: the celebrated Spanish matador sustained fatal injuries that afternoon and died the following morning.

An evocative piece for a collected interior, the poster combines dramatic illustration with a poignant historical association. The printed date identifies the advertised event; the poster’s printing date has not been independently verified.

Details

• Approximately 37″ H × 19.5″ W

• Vintage paper poster; the exact piece pictured

• Advertised event date: August 28, 1947

• Sold unframed and shipped rolled

Vintage Condition

Visible staining, age-related discoloration, creases, tears, and areas of paper loss are present, particularly along the side and bottom margins. The paper also shows uneven and curled edges. These signs of age are part of the poster’s vintage character. Please review the original detail photographs carefully before purchasing.

Framing & Delivery

Your purchase includes the poster only, supplied unframed and shipped rolled. The framed interior image is a styling illustration; the frame, mat, and accessories are not included. The staged image shows the poster flattened for display.