Fire destroys the session hall in the French Senate, Luxembourg Palace, Paris, France, 27-28 October, 1859

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Fire destroys the session hall in the French Senate, Luxembourg Palace, Paris, France, 27-28 October, 1859

7286270 Fire destroys the session hall in the French Senate, Luxembourg Palace, Paris, France, 27-28 October, 1859.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire destroys the session hall in the French Senate, Luxembourg Palace, Paris, France, 27-28 October, 1859. From L Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2022

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© Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the devastating scene of a fire that destroyed the session hall in the French Senate at Luxembourg Palace in Paris, France on 27-28 October 1859. The flames engulfing the historic building evoke a sense of chaos and destruction, as smoke billows into the sky and onlookers watch in disbelief. The black and white engraving from L'Univers Illustre published in Paris in 1859 provides a glimpse into this tragic event that shook the city to its core. The intricate details of the illustration showcase the intensity of the fire, highlighting the bravery of firefighters who worked tirelessly to extinguish it. As one gazes upon this piece of history frozen in time, they can't help but feel a sense of awe at both the power of nature's elements and human resilience. The image serves as a reminder of how quickly disaster can strike, leaving behind only remnants of what once stood proudly. Through this artwork by Ken Welsh, we are transported back to a moment when Parisians came together to face adversity head-on and rebuild what was lost. It stands as a testament to strength in times of crisis and serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst destruction, hope can rise from the ashes.

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