Witnessed Several Volcanic Eruptions Collection

Eruption of Vesuvius, Monday 9th August 1779, plate 3, published as a supplement to
STC181183 Eruption of Vesuvius, Monday 9th August 1779, plate 3, published as a supplement to Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

View of the Italian coast from near Puzzoli, plate 26 from Campi Phlegraei
STC188687 View of the Italian coast from near Puzzoli, plate 26 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations of the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Excavations of a thick stratum of lava which ran into the sea during the eruption of
STC188684 Excavations of a thick stratum of lava which ran into the sea during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1631, plate 8 from Campi Phlegraei: Observatoins on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

View of the Atrio di Cavallo between Somma and Vesuvius
STC181186 View of the Atrio di Cavallo between Somma and Vesuvius, plate 33 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Vesuvius in Snow, plate V from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of
STC181182 Vesuvius in Snow, plate V from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (w/c on paper) by Fabris

Productions of the Solfaterra, plate 9 from Campi Phlegraei
STC181188 Productions of the Solfaterra, plate 9 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (w/c on paper) by Fabris

Mount Vesuvius, plate 36 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of
STC181185 Mount Vesuvius, plate 36 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (w/c on paper) by Fabris

Part of the Cone of the Mountain of Somma, plate 15 from Campi Phlegrai
STC188688 Part of the Cone of the Mountain of Somma, plate 15 from Campi Phlegrai: Observations of the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Bay of Naples from sea shore near the Maddalena Bridge, plate 4 from Campi Phlegrai
STC188685 Bay of Naples from sea shore near the Maddalena Bridge, plate 4 from Campi Phlegrai: Observations of the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Interior of the Cone of Vesuvius Before the 1767 Eruption
STC181184 Interior of the Cone of Vesuvius Before the 1767 Eruption, plate 9 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

View of an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius which began on 23rd December 1760
STC181187 View of an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius which began on 23rd December 1760 and ended 5th January 1761, plate 12 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano, 1776
View of a section of a part of the cone of Astruni taken at the entrance of this volcano, Plate XIX, . from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

The Lake of Agnano evidently the Crater of an ancient Volcano, 1776
The Lake of Agnano evidently the Crater of an ancient Volcano, Plate XVIII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Section of a part of the cone of the Mountain of Somma, 1776
Section of a part of the cone of the Mountain of Somma, Plate XV, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Representation of a thick Stratum of Lava, that ran into the sea from Mount Vesuvius in 1631, 1776
Representation of a thick Stratum of Lava, that ran into the sea from Mount Vesuvius in the Eruption of 1631, Plate VIII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

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Witnessed several volcanic eruptions, capturing the raw power and beauty of nature's fury. From the historic eruption of Vesuvius on Monday 9th August 1779, to the mesmerizing view of the Italian coast near Puzzoli in plate 26 from Campi Phlegraei. The excavations revealing a thick stratum of lava flowing into the sea during an eruption left me in awe. Venturing further, I marveled at the Atrio di Cavallo between Somma and Vesuvius, a sight that truly showcased Mother Earth's grandeur. Even amidst snow-covered peaks, Vesuvius stood tall and formidable as depicted in plate V from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of. Exploring beyond Vesuvius, I discovered fascinating formations like the Solfaterra's unique productions captured beautifully in plate 9 from Campi Phlegraei. Mount Vesuvius itself was a subject worth studying closely; its magnificence immortalized in plate 36 from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on Volcanoes of. The Cone of Somma fascinated me with its intricate details portrayed vividly in plate 15 from Campi Phlegrai. As I gazed upon Bay of Naples near Maddalena Bridge (plate 4), my senses were overwhelmed by both its serenity and potential for destruction. Delving deeper into history, I explored the interior cone of Vesuvius before its dramatic eruption in 1767 – a glimpse into what lay beneath this mighty force. And then there was that unforgettable eruption which began on December 23rd, 1760; witnessing it firsthand was an experience beyond words. Finally, standing at the crater's edge as depicted by an original drawing executed at scene back in 1756 filled me with reverence for these natural wonders that shape our world.