Birthplace: Valdemoro, Spain
Nicolasa Escamilla, also known as La Pajuelera, was a renowned Spanish female bullfighter during the 18th century. She gained widespread recognition for her exceptional skills in the bullfighting arena, becoming one of the most celebrated figures in her field. Escamilla’s talent and bravery captivated audiences, leading to her depiction in an illustration by Francisco Goya and the inspiration for a poem by Fernando Soteras. Her professional life was marked by success and admiration, solidifying her legacy as a pioneering female bullfighter of her time.
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