A portrait by Eugenio Lucas Velázquez, 'After the Bullfight' captures a bullfighter in a moment of quiet reflection, rolling a cigarette after the event.

Eugenio Lucas Velázquez (1817-1870) was a Spanish painter known for his costumbrista scenes, portraits, and historical subjects. His style often shows the influence of Francisco Goya, and he produced many works in a similar vein. Lucas Velázquez's paintings capture the spirit and customs of 19th-century Spain. 'After the Bullfight' depicts a bullfighter in a moment of repose. The man is shown in his elaborate costume, complete with a black hat and heavily ornamented jacket. He sits with one arm resting on a wooden support, carefully rolling a cigarette. The colour palette is restrained, dominated by earthy tones and punctuated by the red of the bullfighter's sash and the lining of his jacket. The background is a muted grey-green, which helps to focus attention on the figure. The painting captures a sense of quiet contemplation following the intensity of the bullfight.