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The Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand (engraving)
1624581 The Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 August 1886.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22531210
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
9 June Broke Destroying Eruption New Zealand Shores Volcanic Eruption Volcano Volcanos Lake Rotomahana Lake Tarawera Mount Tarawera Volcanic Craters Wairoa
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This engraving, titled "The Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand" takes us back to a momentous event that unfolded on the 9th of June in the late 19th century. The image showcases the sheer power and destructive force of nature as Mount Tarawera unleashed its fury upon Lake Rotomahana and Lake Tarawera. The artist from the English School masterfully captures the chaotic scene, depicting volcanic craters spewing ash and smoke into the sky while molten lava engulfs everything in its path. The shores of these once serene lakes are now transformed into a fiery battleground between man and nature. As we gaze at this historical print, we can almost feel the intensity of the eruption. It serves as a stark reminder of our vulnerability in front of Mother Earth's wrath. This illustration was originally published in The Illustrated London News on August 7th, 1886, allowing people from around the world to witness this catastrophic event through art. "The Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand" is not just an artistic masterpiece but also an important record of history. It highlights how natural disasters can shape landscapes and communities within seconds, leaving behind lasting scars for generations to come. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we have access to this remarkable piece that immortalizes a significant chapter in New Zealand's geological history.
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