Entrepot in brand, 1830 1830 - 1831

"Entrepot in brand, 1830", a lithograph by J.J. Cöntgen, captures a dramatic scene of the fire that broke out in Antwerp's Entrepot, a central warehouse district, on the night of August 28, 1830. The print, held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a detailed view of the city skyline engulfed in flames, with a towering church ablaze against a backdrop of smoke. This artwork provides a vivid glimpse into a significant historical event in Antwerp, showcasing the devastating impact of the fire and the resilience of the city.