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Bombardment of Naarden, April 1814, by Pieter Gerardus van Os, oil, 1814

Bombardment of Naarden, April 1814

Pieter Gerardus van Os

1814

oil

canvas

From the collection of Rijksmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Bombardment of Naarden, April 1814 is a 1814 oil by Pieter Gerardus van Os, held at Rijksmuseum.

Who painted this?
Pieter Gerardus van Os
When & what style?
1814
Where can I see it?
Rijksmuseum

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of a city under attack, with a large explosion in the center. The city is surrounded by a wall, and there are people running and trying to escape the chaos. The sky is filled with smoke and flames, and there are buildings on fire in the background. In the foreground, there are soldiers and civilians trying to flee the city. Some are carrying belongings, while others are helping the wounded. The scene is one of panic and destruction, with the sound of cannons and gunfire filling the air. The painting is a vivid depiction of war and its effects on civilians. It is a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict and the importance of promoting peace and understanding. The artist who created this painting is Pieter Gerardus van Os.

About the artist

Portrait of Pieter Gerardus van Os
Artist

Pieter Gerardus van Os

Pieter Gerardus van Os (8 October 1776 – 28 March 1839) was a Dutch painter and engraver and a member of the renowned Van Os family of artists.

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