Place du Pantheon, Night of December 22 to 23, 1830 1831

"Place du Pantheon, Night of December 22 to 23, 1830" is a lithograph by Auguste Raffet depicting the aftermath of the December Uprising in Paris. Created in 1831, the artwork shows a chaotic scene in front of the Pantheon, with smoke still rising from the recent battle. The lithograph captures the realism of the uprising, portraying the devastation and the aftermath of the conflict, with soldiers and civilians scattered across the square, amidst the remnants of the fight. Raffet's skilled use of line and shading creates a powerful and evocative image of the revolution's impact on the city. The artwork provides a glimpse into the turbulent period of French history.