The explosion of the powder magazine in Delft, 12 October 1654, Egbert Lievensz. van der Poel, 1654 - 1660
1660
37.0 x 62.0 cm
Jumping the gunpowder tower in Delft on 12 October 1654. Profile of the city of Delft at the time of the explosion; In the foreground and between the rubble are dead and wounded, others seek shelter.
Egbert van der Poel (1621 – 1664)
Egbert van der Poel (1621-1664): Dutch Golden Age painter known for vivid genre scenes, landscapes & dramatic depictions of the 1654 Delft explosion. Explore his art!
About this artwork
- Title: The explosion of the powder magazine in Delft, 12 October 1654, Egbert Lievensz. van der Poel, 1654 - 1660
- Artist: Egbert van der Poel
- Year: 1660
- Original dimensions: 37.0 x 62.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Earthy
- Color intensity: Monochromatic