Gezicht op een stadsbrand bij nacht 1881

"Gezicht op een stadsbrand bij nacht" (View of a City Fire at Night) is a 1881 lithograph by Charles Courtry, a French artist known for his detailed depictions of cityscapes. The artwork depicts a nighttime fire, showcasing the artist's mastery of light and shadow, capturing the drama of the event. The smoke billowing from the flames against the dark night sky creates a dramatic contrast, while the silhouettes of people observing the fire add a sense of scale and human drama. The piece is a powerful representation of a common occurrence in 19th-century cities, and its detailed realism makes it a captivating and thought-provoking artwork.