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Fire of Moscow in September 1812 (pen & brown ink & grey wash & gouache highlights
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Fire of Moscow in September 1812 (pen & brown ink & grey wash & gouache highlights
XIR414648 Fire of Moscow in September 1812 (pen & brown ink & grey wash & gouache highlights on paper) by Gros, Baron Antoine Jean (1771-1835); 57x84 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris, France; (add.info.: Incendie de Moscou de Septembre 1812; city set on fire by Russian troops and most residents fleeing when Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) arrived after the Battle of Borodino; b/w photo; black and white photograph; Studio Giraudon 1937; Russian Campaign; INV 27025 recto; plume, encre brune, lavis gris, rehauts de gouache; ); French, out of copyright
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Chaos Chaotic Conflagration Flame Grenadier Grenadiers Inhabitants Invasion Moskva River Resident Retreat Terror Torch Flames Inhabitant
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This print captures the devastating "Fire of Moscow in September 1812" with remarkable detail and emotion. Created by Baron Antoine Jean Gros, this artwork depicts the chaos and terror that engulfed the city during Napoleon Bonaparte's invasion of Russia. In this photograph, we witness a cityscape consumed by flames as Russian troops set fire to their own capital rather than surrender it to the enemy. The image showcases the desperation of its residents, depicted through fleeing figures - men, women, children, families - desperately seeking safety amidst the destruction. The composition highlights a mother clutching her baby tightly while attempting to navigate through the chaotic scene. Uniformed grenadiers can be seen in retreat alongside terrified inhabitants crossing a bridge over Moskva River. The ruler's presence is implied but not directly shown, leaving viewers to imagine his role in this catastrophic event. Gros masterfully employs pen and brown ink along with grey wash and gouache highlights to bring depth and texture to every element within this artwork. The use of these techniques adds an eerie atmosphere that intensifies our emotional connection with those affected by war. Displayed at Louvre (Cabinet de dessins) in Paris, France, this historical masterpiece serves as a poignant reminder of the destructive power unleashed during times of conflict. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and tragedy while offering us insights into one of history's most significant military campaigns.
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