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View of the great eruption of Vesuvius from the mole of Naples in the night of 20 October
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View of the great eruption of Vesuvius from the mole of Naples in the night of 20 October
1202336 View of the great eruption of Vesuvius from the mole of Naples in the night of 20 October 1767, Plate 6 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), 1776 (w/c on paper) by Fabris, Pietro (fl.1768-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir William Hamilton was British ambassador to the Court of Naples from 1764 to 1800.); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22309468
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This print captures the awe-inspiring eruption of Mount Vesuvius as seen from the mole of Naples on the night of October 20,1767. The artist, Pietro Fabris, skillfully depicts the dramatic scene with vibrant watercolors on paper. The image showcases a bay filled with ships and boats, their silhouettes illuminated by the fiery glow emanating from the volcano. Smoke billows into the sky, creating an ominous atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with the tranquil waters below. In this moment frozen in time, one can almost hear the crackling flames and feel the heat radiating from Vesuvius. Sir William Hamilton, British ambassador to Naples at that time, commissioned this artwork as part of his extensive observations on volcanoes in southern Italy. His fascination with these natural wonders is evident in Fabris' meticulous attention to detail. As we gaze upon this painting today, we are transported back to a time when nature's raw power was both terrifying and mesmerizing. It serves as a reminder of our planet's ever-changing landscape and humbles us before its forces. This remarkable piece belongs to a private collection but has been made available for public appreciation through Fine Art Finder and Bridgeman Images. Its historical significance lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its documentation of an event that shaped both Italian history and our understanding of volcanic activity.
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