The Rapenburg, Leiden, three Days after the Explosion of a Powder Ship on 12 January 1807 Possibly 1807

Johannes Jelgerhuis's "The Rapenburg, Leiden, three Days after the Explosion of a Powder Ship on 12 January 1807" depicts the aftermath of a devastating explosion in Leiden, Netherlands. The painting, possibly created in 1807, showcases the destruction of buildings and the somber atmosphere as residents gather amidst the rubble. The scene, viewed from a bridge overlooking the Rapenburg canal, captures the scale of the tragedy with detailed depictions of the damaged structures and the somber mood of the onlookers. This historical oil painting is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, a testament to the Dutch Golden Age tradition of documenting significant events.