Ministerie van Marine te Den Haag, tijdens de brand van 1844 1844

This anonymous 1844 wood engraving, titled "Ministerie van Marine te Den Haag, tijdens de brand van 1844", depicts the Dutch Ministry of the Navy in The Hague engulfed in flames. The scene, viewed from a street-level perspective, captures the urgency of the fire with billowing smoke and flames erupting from the building's upper stories. Firefighters with ladders attempt to reach the blaze, while a crowd of onlookers gather below, a testament to the historical significance of the event. The artwork's detail and dramatic composition highlight the destruction and chaos of the fire, offering a glimpse into a significant event in Dutch history.