Krakatoa Collection

Krakatoa sunsets, 1883 artworks
Krakatoa sunsets. Artwork of the spectacular red and orange sunsets caused in London, England, by the August 1883 eruption of Krakatoa, a volcano thousands of kilometres away in Indonesia

GPAC2A-00005
Island of Krakatoa before its destruction when its volcano erupted in 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Krakatoa Ship Beached
The steamer Berouw is carried by a tidal wave into the jungle at Telokh-Betang, Sumatra

Krakatoa volanic eruption, 1883
Cover of The Illustrated London News, 8th September 1883 with three pictures about the volcanic eruption of the island of Krakatoa in the Sunda Strait which began on the afternoon of Sunday

KRAKATOA/CORPSES 1883
The day after the eruption, a sailing vessel makes its way through a sea of floating corpses Date: 26-8 August 1883

DDE-90024568
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024567
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024566
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024565
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024564
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024563
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Landscape shot of active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

DDE-90024562
Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Landscape shot of active volcano Anak Krakatau. Date: 19/05/2008

View in the Island of Crakatoa, (pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour)
651926 View in the Island of Crakatoa, (pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Webber, John (1750-93); 35.5x57.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: View in the Island of Crakatoa)

The Volcanic Eruption at Java, Views of Krakatoa and Anjer, now Completely Destroyed (engraving)
1044438 The Volcanic Eruption at Java, Views of Krakatoa and Anjer, now Completely Destroyed (engraving) by English School

A Volcanic Eruption at the Island of Krakatau in the Straits of Sunda, Midway between Java and Sumatra (engraving)
1044374 A Volcanic Eruption at the Island of Krakatau in the Straits of Sunda, Midway between Java and Sumatra (engraving) by English School

The Fan Palm in the Island of Cracatoa, from Views in the South Seas, pub
NP125985 The Fan Palm in the Island of Cracatoa, from Views in the South Seas, pub. 1788 (etching) by Webber, John (1750-93); 29.2x41.9 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Krakatoa Island Erupting In August 1883. From The Book Chips From The Earths Crust Published 1894

GPAC2A-00008
Ocean steamship carried inland in Sumatra by tsunami from the Krakatoa eruption, 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

GPAC2A-00022
Krakatoa and neighboring islets after the volcanic eruption of 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Indonesia, Sumatra, Java, Anak Krakatau. Smoke escaping from active volcano Anak Krakatau

The Volcanic Eruption at Java, Indonesia, Views of Krakatoa and Anjer, Now Completely
THE VOLCANIC ERUPTION AT JAVA, INDONESIA, VIEWS OF KRAKATOA AND ANJER, NOW COMPLETELY DESTROYED, 1883: 1. The Island of Krakatoa, South-Eastern Side. 2

Krakatoa in eruption
Krakatoa during an early stage of the eruption. Plate 1 from The Eruption of Krakatoa (1888) by G. J. Symons

Krakatau map
Figure 1 from Krakatau by R D M Verbeek showing the group of islands

VOLCANOES: KRAKATOA, 1883. Krakatoa, in the Sunda Strait between Sumatra and Java, as it appeared shortly before the eruption of 27 August 1883

GPAC2A-00021
Krakatoa and neighboring islets before the volcanic eruption of 1883. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Island of Krakatoa, in the straits of Sunda. The volcano erupted 4 times in 1883. The blast was estimated to have had the power of 10000 hydrogen bombs

Krakatoa, after Effects 2
Three months after the major eruption, the atmosphere worldwide is affected : three views at sunset, made at 4.40, 5 and 5.15 PM show the effect of volcanic dust

Krakatoa, after Effects 1
Three months after the major eruption, the atmosphere worldwide is affected : three views at sunset, made at 4.10, 4.20 and 4.30 PM, show the effect of volcanic dust

Anak Krakatau volcano satellite image
Anak Krakatau volcano. Satellite image of the volcano Anak Krakatau (Child of Krakatau) showing the crater (circular, centre), surrounded by lava flows (red) and black ash

Before and After
Krakatau and neighbouring islets before and after the eruption

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Krakatoa: A Tale of Fiery Destruction and Artistic Inspiration" In 1883, the world witnessed an awe-inspiring display of nature's power as Krakatoa, a volcanic island in Indonesia, unleashed one of the most catastrophic eruptions in recorded history. The aftermath left a lasting impact on both the physical landscape and artistic expressions. The eruption was so immense that it caused stunning sunsets around the globe for years to come. These mesmerizing "Krakatoa sunsets" captivated artists who sought to capture their ethereal beauty on canvas. Their paintings became windows into a moment frozen in time, forever preserving the magnificence of this natural phenomenon. One such artwork is GPAC2A-00005, which portrays vibrant hues blending seamlessly across the sky - a testament to nature's ability to create breathtaking spectacles even amidst chaos. Another piece titled "Krakatoa Ship Beached" depicts a vessel stranded on land due to violent waves generated by the eruption's seismic activity. However, not all artworks inspired by they were serene or picturesque. Some delved into darker themes like loss and tragedy. One haunting image labeled "KRAKATOA/CORPSES 1883" serves as a stark reminder of lives lost during this cataclysmic event – an eerie reflection on humanity's vulnerability against Mother Nature's fury. Beyond artistry, scientific records captured every aspect of this historic eruption with meticulous detail. Documents such as DDE-90024568 through DDE-90024562 provide invaluable insights into Krakatoa's volcanic behavior before, during, and after its explosive climax – contributing significantly to our understanding of volcanology. As we reflect upon Krakatoa’s legacy today, we are reminded that from destruction can emerge inspiration and knowledge. This extraordinary event continues to fascinate scientists and artists alike.