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Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Creator: Auguste Raffet
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Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Creator: Auguste Raffet
Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Blindage enfonce par une bombe'. Soldiers fleeing. On the left is an injured person. Part of the series of 24 prints about the siege of the Citadel of Antwerp, November 30-December 23, 1832
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Armaments Artillery Auguste Raffet Belgian Bombardment Bombing Cannon Denis Auguste Marie Raffet Dramatic Explosion Freres Gilhaut Gilhaut Freres Gun Emplacement Injured Injury Lacquer Coating Raffet Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Siege Siege Of Antwerp Battlefield Watercolour Paint
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This 19th century watercolor print, titled "Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833)" by Auguste Raffet, depicts the aftermath of a devastating bombardment during the Siege of the Citadel of Antwerp. The scene unfolds before us as a gun emplacement lies in ruins, its once formidable cannon now obscured by debris and smoke. The lacquer coating on the paper adds a rich, textured depth to the image, enhancing the sense of chaos and destruction. In the foreground, soldiers in uniforms of various European powers, including French, Belgian, and Dutch, flee in panic, some carrying injured comrades. The left side of the image reveals an injured man, his uniform torn and bloodied, lying helplessly on the ground. The sense of urgency and desperation is palpable, as the soldiers abandon their posts and seek safety from the relentless bombardment. Auguste Raffet, a French artist, was part of the Frères Gilhaut publishing house and created this print as part of a series documenting the Siege of Antwerp, which took place from November 30 to December 23, 1832. The low countries, now Belgium and the Netherlands, were embroiled in a complex political conflict, and this print serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. The use of color and watercolor techniques adds a dramatic and emotional depth to the print, making it a powerful historical artifact and a testament to the tumultuous events of the time. Today, this print is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors with its vivid portrayal of a pivotal moment in European history.
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