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The Burning of the Arcade in College Green, Dublin

William Sadler

1837

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

British Romanticism Early 19th Century

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The Burning of the Arcade in College Green, Dublin is a 1837 unspecified by William Sadler, a British Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: William Sadler
When & what style?: 1837 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a chaotic scene of a large building engulfed in flames, with people gathered around it. The building appears to be a grand structure with columns, and the fire is intense, with flames and smoke billowing into the air. In the foreground, people are shown watching the fire, some of them with their arms raised in alarm. The painting is done in a dramatic style, with vivid colors and bold brushstrokes. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The overall effect is one of chaos and destruction, with the burning building dominating the composition. The painting is a powerful depiction of a dramatic event, and it invites the viewer to imagine the story behind the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

William Sadler

William Sadler II (c. 1782 – 1839), also known as William Sadler the Younger, was an Irish painter. He was a noted landscape painter who is known for his depiction of the Battle of Waterloo.

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