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The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius (engraving)
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The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius (engraving)
1057840 The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Illustration for The Graphic, 18 May 1872.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22526074
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Burnt Courses Crater Eruption Gulf Of Naples Lava Mount Vesuvius Observatory Overwhelmed Showing Volcanos Somma
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The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius - A Fiery Spectacle Frozen in Time
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. This print captures the awe-inspiring eruption of Mount Vesuvius, one of Italy's most notorious volcanoes. Created by Sydney Prior Hall and published in The Graphic on May 18,1872, this engraving offers a vivid depiction of the cataclysmic event that unfolded centuries ago. The image showcases the overwhelming power of nature as molten lava cascades down the mountain slopes, engulfing everything in its path. The topography is transformed into a fiery inferno, with billowing smoke and ash filling the air. In the foreground, we witness houses and villages being consumed by the unstoppable force of nature. Notably featured are Professor Palmieri's observatory perched precariously on Mount Vesuvius' crater rim and nearby villages such as Massa and St Sebastiano. These landmarks serve as poignant reminders of human vulnerability amidst such natural disasters. The Italian flag proudly flutters against a backdrop of an increasingly darkened sky, symbolizing both resilience and unity in times of crisis. This image serves as a testament to Europe's shared history and collective strength during challenging times. Through this remarkable engraving from Bridgeman Images' collection, viewers are transported back to that fateful moment when Mount Vesuvius unleashed its fury upon unsuspecting Italians. It stands as a reminder that even amidst destruction and chaos, there is beauty to be found in capturing these fleeting moments frozen forever
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