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The Bazar de la Charite after the fire of June 4, 1897. Creator: T Bianco
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The Bazar de la Charite after the fire of June 4, 1897. Creator: T Bianco
The Bazar de la Charite after the fire of June 4, 1897
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This evocative oil painting by T Bianco captures the aftermath of the devastating fire that engulfed the Bazar de la Charité in Paris on June 4, 1897. The 8th arrondissement's grand social and charitable institution, located in the heart of the city, was hosting a charity ball when a spark from a lamp ignited the building's curtains. The resulting inferno claimed the lives of over 120 people, mostly women, and injured hundreds more. The scene depicted in this painting shows the charred remains of the once elegant and ornate building, now a ruin of blackened walls and twisted metal. The crowd of onlookers, a mix of men and women, gather in shock and sorrow, some with hands covering their mouths, others with tears streaming down their faces. Emergency services and firemen are present, working tirelessly to put out the last remnants of the fire and tend to the injured. The painting, with its rich colors and intricate details, serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic event that took place over a century ago. The Bazar de la Charité, a symbol of Parisian society and culture, was reduced to ruins in a matter of hours, leaving a deep mark on the city's history. Today, the painting is part of the collection at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris, a testament to the resilience and enduring spirit of the city and its people.
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