John Fulton Original Bull Blood Painting with Integral Photograph 
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John Fulton Original Bull Blood Painting with Integral Photograph
This compelling bull blood painting by John Fulton is not only notable for its unique medium but also for the integral photograph attached to the rear, signed by Fulton. The painting and photograph together offer a poignant reflection of Fulton's experiences as a matador in Spain. The artwork employs the dramatic and visceral medium of bull blood, symbolizing the intensity and passion of bullfighting. This piece serves as a vivid encapsulation of Fulton's dual identity as both a skilled bullfighter and a profound artist, making it a rare and valuable collectible.
Artist: John Fulton
Medium: Original Bull Blood Painting
Signature: Signed lower right (in Bull's Blood) and verso on photograph: "With 'Recuerdos' of Spain and..." Signed John Fulton
Frame: Framed and matted behind glass
Condition:
- Good, with some debris behind the glass, typical of aged framed artworks
Size:
- Overall frame size: 15" x 11"
- Visible artwork size: 13 1/2" x 9 1/2"
This painting is a testament to John Fulton's innovative approach to art, blending his bullfighting heritage with his artistic talent, thus offering an immersive piece that captures the essence of his life and passions.
About the Artist:
John Fulton, born on May 25, 1933, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was an American bullfighter and painter who made a significant mark in both the bullfighting and art worlds. Fulton's journey into bullfighting began in 1953 when he killed his first calf in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. His bullfighting career further developed in Spain, where he became one of only two Americans to receive the "alternativa," a ceremony marking a novice's rise to the rank of matador, in Madrid—the heart of the bullfighting world.
Fulton settled in Seville, Spain, and was deeply integrated into the cultural fabric there, participating in the famous La Maestranza bullring. His dual career also included painting, where he was notably known for using bull's blood as a medium, bringing a unique and visceral dimension to his artworks that reflected his experiences in the ring.
John Fulton passed away on February 8, 1998, in Seville, Spain, due to complications following a heart attack. His legacy continues to be celebrated for his unique contributions to both the arts and bullfighting, with his works being a subject of interest for both art collectors and enthusiasts of bullfighting history.