Forestilling af branden i København 1795, 5. juni 1795

This 1795 engraving by Andreas Flint depicts the devastating fire that ravaged Copenhagen. The detailed artwork, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases a dramatic view of the city engulfed in flames. The artist captures the chaos of the event, with people rushing about in the foreground, while a thick plume of smoke billows ominously overhead. This piece provides a chilling glimpse into the destructive power of fire, serving as a historical record of a significant event in Danish history.