Fire 1642

"Fire" is a 1642 painting by Claude Déruet, a French painter known for his dynamic and dramatic compositions. The artwork depicts a scene of chaos and destruction, likely a historical event, with a focus on a group of horsemen in the foreground who are fleeing a burning city. Déruet's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of urgency and danger, drawing the viewer's eye to the swirling smoke and flames engulfing the buildings. This depiction of a fire could be a historical event or a fictional scene of a fire that would have resonated with Déruet's audience during his time.