"Prise de la Bastille" is a work that depicts one of the most emblematic events of the French Revolution: the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789. The scene represents the final assault on the fortress, with the imposing towers of the Bastille dominating the center of the composition. The details are meticulous, with smoke rising from the walls and armed figures advancing towards the building, emphasizing the tension and tumult of the moment. Houël's watercolor is renowned for its historical accuracy and its ability to capture the dramatic atmosphere of this crucial event.