This is a popular subject by the artist. Montyne created five paintings in this subject. While performing his famous hand-balancing act in Mexico, he became interested in the native culture. Montyne studied bull fighting, while sometimes actually fighting a bull with the famous cape. The artist was so inspired by this tradition that he handcrafted a bullfighters outfit for his balancing act. This painting was created in the mid seventies; the recipient is unknown. What is documented, is that the painting was rediscovered at an estate sale in Portland, Oregon. The painting was purchased by Norman Hosford for a mere $450.00. The painting is now part of the Montyne estate, as Mr. Hosford is Montyne’s brother in law. It was Mr. Hosford’s relationship with Montyne that made it possible for him to find such a wonderful treasure. The work is performed on canvas and mounted on stretcher-bars.