Episode of the September Days 1830 (on the Grand Place of Brussels) 1835
gustafwappers
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
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acrylic
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charcoal drawing
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painted
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possibly oil pastel
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charcoal art
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oil painting
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underpainting
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painting painterly
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charcoal
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watercolor
Gustave Wappers' "Episode of the September Days 1830 (on the Grand Place of Brussels)" (1835) depicts the Belgian Revolution of 1830. The painting captures the chaotic and dramatic events of the uprising, showcasing a scene of violence and defiance as citizens fight for their independence from the Netherlands. The painting, housed in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, is a significant piece of Belgian historical art, highlighting the struggle for national identity and liberty. The artist utilizes a dynamic composition and realistic details to convey the intensity of the moment, making it a powerful and emotional work of historical art.