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MOUNT VESUVIUS, 1872. View of Mount Vesuvius and the lava from the eruption of 1859
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MOUNT VESUVIUS, 1872. View of Mount Vesuvius and the lava from the eruption of 1859
MOUNT VESUVIUS, 1872.
View of Mount Vesuvius and the lava from the eruption of 1859, with the observatory and hermitage of San Salvatore near Resina, Italy, in the background. Wood engraving, English, 1872
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1872 Eruption Hermitage Italy Lava Mount Vesuvius Observatory Smoke Tourist Volcano Resina San Salvatore
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This print titled "MOUNT VESUVIUS, 1872" takes us back to the mesmerizing eruption of 1859. The image showcases the majestic Mount Vesuvius in all its glory, with billowing smoke and lava flowing down its slopes. In the background, we can see the observatory and hermitage of San Salvatore near Resina, Italy. The wood engraving captures the raw power and destructive force of nature as it immortalizes this historical event. It transports us to a time when men and women were drawn to witness such awe-inspiring spectacles firsthand. Tourists from far and wide flocked to this site, eager to witness both the beauty and danger that Mount Vesuvius presented. The late 19th-century Italian landscape depicted here is filled with contrasting elements - from the serene observatory nestled amidst lush greenery to the ominous plumes of smoke rising from the volcano's crater. This juxtaposition serves as a reminder of humanity's vulnerability in front of Mother Nature's might. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece by Granger NYC / The Granger Collection for our appreciation today. As we gaze upon this print, let us marvel at both nature's grandeur and humankind's unyielding curiosity that drives us closer to these natural wonders despite their potential peril.
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