Fire at Amsterdam by Night 1645 - 1660

Aert van der Neer was a Dutch painter famous for his nocturnal landscapes, including "Fire at Amsterdam by Night." This 17th century artwork depicts a dramatic scene of a fire engulfing the city, the flames reflected in the water and casting an orange glow across the sky. The bridge and canal are filled with people, their silhouettes creating a sense of chaos and urgency. Van der Neer's masterful use of light and shadow creates a powerful and atmospheric scene, capturing the beauty and danger of a fire in a densely populated city. The painting is currently on display at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.