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The Hotel de Ville set on fire, attacked by the troops of Versailles, 1871. Creator: Gustave Boulanger
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The Hotel de Ville set on fire, attacked by the troops of Versailles, 1871. Creator: Gustave Boulanger
The Hotel de Ville set on fire, attacked by the troops of Versailles, 1871
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This evocative oil painting by Gustave Boulanger, titled "The Hotel de Ville set on fire, attacked by the troops of Versailles, 1871," captures a pivotal moment in French history. The scene depicts the Hotel de Ville, Paris' historic town hall, engulfed in flames as soldiers from Versailles advance, weapons at the ready. The year was 1871, and the Paris Commune, a radical socialist government, had seized control of the city. The Versailles army was sent to quell the rebellion, leading to a bloody battle that lasted for over two months. Boulanger masterfully employs rich, vibrant colors to convey the intensity and chaos of the scene. Smoke billows from the burning building, obscuring the sky and casting an eerie, otherworldly glow over the landscape. Soldiers in uniforms of red and blue charge forward, their faces set in determined expressions. The contrast between the fiery destruction and the calm, orderly ranks of the soldiers creates a striking visual tension. This painting is a testament to the tumultuous events of the nineteenth century in France. It is a powerful reminder of the consequences of political upheaval and the devastating impact of war on the built environment. Today, it is housed in the Musée de Carnavalet in Paris, a museum dedicated to the history of the city. The painting is a national heritage art piece, and a significant addition to the museum's collection.
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