The Departure of Léon Gambetta from Montmartre by Jules Didier, Jacques Guiaud. A large crowd of soldiers and civilians gathers in a valley at the foot of Montmartre to witness the launch of two massive hot air balloons.

The Departure of Léon Gambetta from Montmartre

Jules Didier, Jacques Guiaud

1871 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic and detailed 19th-century oil painting depicting the historic ascent of hot air balloons amidst a vast crowd in Paris.

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A bold work with active energy with warm wood and umber notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Living Room · Study · Office
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Rich brown, Olive green, Charcoal black

About the piece

Created in 1871 by Jules Didier and Jacques Guiaud, this monumental work commemorates the departure of Léon Gambetta from Montmartre during the Siege of Paris. The composition features two towering golden balloons set against a vast landscape filled with meticulously rendered figures, capturing a moment of intense historical drama and technical wonder.

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