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An Ecclesiastic Building in Flames with Demons Above

Arthur Frederick Payne

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a fiery scene with a burning structure dominating the upper right section. The horizon is faint, with storm clouds above. An ethereal figure is in the clouds to the left. There are dynamic brushstrokes showing movement in the smoke and flames. The color palette includes warm and cool tones, with figures fleeing below the burning building towards the right. Vegetation adds a contrast to the burning architecture.

Artwork Details

Medium
watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
3342 × 4481 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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