De vlucht uit België 1914

"De Vlucht uit België" (The Flight from Belgium) is a powerful lithograph by Leo Gestel, created in 1914. The artwork depicts the harrowing scene of Belgian refugees fleeing their homes during the outbreak of World War I. Gestel captures the raw emotion and desperation of the moment, highlighting the impact of war on civilian lives. The composition is dominated by a crowd of figures pressed together, their faces etched with fear and sorrow. The fiery background suggests the destruction and chaos unfolding around them, making this a poignant and historically significant work of art.