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The Straits of Sunda, Java, the Scene of the Late Volcanic Eruption (engraving)
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The Straits of Sunda, Java, the Scene of the Late Volcanic Eruption (engraving)
1107168 The Straits of Sunda, Java, the Scene of the Late Volcanic Eruption (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Straits of Sunda, Java, the Scene of the Late Volcanic Eruption. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 September 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22522500
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Destroyed Dwellings Employed Europeans Indonesia Indonesia Indonesian Indonesian Java Places South East Asia Sumatra Volcanic Eruption Merak
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The Straits of Sunda, Java, the Scene of the Late Volcanic Eruption
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the 19th century and showcases the aftermath of a devastating volcanic eruption. This powerful image captures both the destruction caused by nature's fury and the resilience of those affected. In this scene, we witness a landscape forever changed by the eruption. Stone quarries lie in ruins, once bustling with activity but now reduced to rubble. Dwellings are destroyed, their architecture standing as mere remnants of what was once home to Europeans and locals alike. The desolation stretches across Merak in Sumatra and Telok Betong in Java, two places deeply impacted by this catastrophic event. As our eyes wander through this print, we cannot help but be struck by the contrast between human structures and nature's might. The houses stand fragile against an unforgiving backdrop - a reminder of humanity's vulnerability in face of natural disasters. This engraving not only serves as historical documentation but also evokes emotions within us. It prompts reflection on our place in this world and reminds us that even amidst devastation, there is hope for rebuilding and renewal. "The Straits of Sunda, Java" transports us to another time while reminding us that nature can unleash its power at any moment. It stands as a testament to both human strength and fragility - an enduring image captured for generations to come.
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