General Lapasset Burning His Flags by Henri-Charles-Etienne Dujardin-Beaumetz. A group of French soldiers gather under a heavy, overcast sky to burn their military flags in a large bonfire.

General Lapasset Burning His Flags

A somber and atmospheric 19th-century history painting depicting a moment of solemn military sacrifice.

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A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Library · Study · Office
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Versatile across wall tones
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Charcoal black, Soft gray, Soft white

About the piece

Created in 1876 by Henri-Charles-Etienne Dujardin-Beaumetz, this evocative oil painting captures the poignant moment when General Lapasset and his troops burn their colors. The work is characterized by its moody, grey sky and the warm, flickering glow of the fire, reflecting the gravity of the historical event.

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