De verwoesting in Delft na de ontploffing van het buskruitmagazijn op 12 oktober 1654 1754

"De verwoesting in Delft na de ontploffing van het buskruitmagazijn op 12 oktober 1654" is an etching by Simon Fokke depicting the aftermath of a devastating gunpowder explosion in Delft, Netherlands, in 1654. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a historical record of the event, showing the decimated cityscape with rubble and debris scattered across the ground. Fokke's detailed depiction offers a glimpse into the destructive power of the explosion, emphasizing the tragedy of this historical event. The etching's muted tone evokes a sense of somber reflection, highlighting the impact of the gunpowder magazine explosion on the city.