Conflagration of the Masonic Hall, Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1819
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1819
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting shows a burning building with a tall steeple and a crowd of people watching. The building is engulfed in flames and smoke, with a bright glow in the center. The people are standing in front of the building, some of them looking up at the fire. The scene is set at night, with the dark sky contrasting with the bright flames. The painting is done in warm colors, with shades of orange and yellow dominating the scene. You might want to learn more about the artist John Lewis Krimmel.
