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The Rapenburg in Leiden
Carel Lodewijk Hansen (signed by artist), 1807
On 12 January 1807 a ship laden with 37,000 pounds of gunpowder exploded in the centre of Leiden. It was a national disaster: 150 people died and many houses were destroyed. King Louis Napoleon, shown at left among Leiden city officials, acted like a true father to his subjects. Three days after the explosion, he visited the scene and organized financial help. This made him very popular with the Dutch.
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-A-3925
- Dimensionsheight 94.5 cm x width 125.5 cm
- Physical characteristicsoil on canvas