Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Arts > Portraits > Classical portrait gallery > Portrait art

Death of Pliny the Elder, Roman naturalist

Death of Pliny the Elder, Roman naturalist


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Science Photo Library

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Science Photo Library

Death of Pliny the Elder, Roman naturalist

Death of Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD), Roman naturalist and author, on the beach at Stabiae during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Pliny described numerous animals, minerals and plants in his 37-volume encyclopedia Historia Naturalis. Based on two thousand books by nearly five hundred authors, the work covered zoology, botany, geography and astronomy. It was widely copied in the Middle Ages. Engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres (1877)

Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations

Media ID 6411576

© SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

1st Century Ancient Rome Antiquity Author Beach Classical Dead Death Dying Encyclopaedia Encyclopaedist Encyclopedia Erupting Eruption Grieving History Of Science Italy Mount Vesuvius Natural History Natural Philosopher Natural Philosophy Natural Sciences Naturalist Pliny Pliny The Elder Portraits Roman Rome Scientist Smoke Surname P Vies Des Savants Illustres Writing Compilation Encyclopedist Historia Naturalis Stabiae


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Arts > Authors

> Arts > Contemporary art > Portraits > Still life artwork

> Arts > Still life artwork > Still life art > Still life paintings

> Arts > Still life artwork > Still life art > Nature-inspired artwork

> Arts > Still life artwork > Still life art

> Arts > Still life artwork > Nature-inspired art

> Arts > Still life artwork

> Arts > Portraits > Classical portrait gallery > Portrait art

> Arts > Portraits > Still life artwork

> Arts > Portraits


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the tragic moment of the "Death of Pliny the Elder" a renowned Roman naturalist and author, during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Pliny's significant contributions to science and literature are immortalized in this image as he is depicted on the beach at Stabiae, Italy. As an accomplished writer, Pliny authored a comprehensive encyclopedia called Historia Naturalis, spanning 37 volumes that covered various fields such as zoology, botany, geography, and astronomy. This monumental work was widely revered and copied throughout the Middle Ages. The engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres (1877) beautifully portrays this historical event with intricate details. The scene showcases Pliny surrounded by smoke and ash from the erupting volcano while grieving individuals stand nearby. His dedication to understanding nature's wonders led him to venture into dangerous territory where he ultimately met his demise. Pliny's legacy lives on through his invaluable contributions to scientific knowledge during ancient Rome. His encyclopedic compilation remains a testament to his passion for exploring all aspects of life on Earth. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of both human vulnerability in face of natural disasters and our relentless pursuit of knowledge throughout history.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
inventory
Photo Prints are in stock
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


1850 Richard Owen zoologist lecturing
1850 Richard Owen zoologist lecturing
Crystal Palace bazaar, London, 1850s C016 / 8822
Crystal Palace bazaar, London, 1850s C016 / 8822
Gill in Cape Observatory study
Gill in Cape Observatory study
1860 solar eclipse observation, artwork
1860 solar eclipse observation, artwork
Greenwich Observatory, 1851
Greenwich Observatory, 1851
Lunar craters, 19th century
Lunar craters, 19th century
Orion Nebula, 19th century
Orion Nebula, 19th century
Lunar landscape, 19th century
Lunar landscape, 19th century
Earth over lunar landscape, 19th century
Earth over lunar landscape, 19th century
Astronomy diagrams, 1823 C017 / 8058
Astronomy diagrams, 1823 C017 / 8058
HMS Erebus and HMS Terror in the Arctic
HMS Erebus and HMS Terror in the Arctic
View of Darwins desk at Down House
View of Darwins desk at Down House

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


Authors
Authors
Browse 26,932 Prints
Portraits
Portraits
Browse 303,249 Prints
Still life artwork
Still life artwork
Browse 303,526 Prints
Still life artwork
Still life artwork
Browse 15,725 Prints
Portrait art
Portrait art
Browse 2,757 Prints
Still life art
Still life art
Browse 138,310 Prints
Nature-inspired art
Nature-inspired art
Browse 5,129 Prints
Still life paintings
Still life paintings
Browse 62,717 Prints
Nature-inspired artwork
Nature-inspired artwork
Browse 4,230 Prints
Still life artwork
Still life artwork
Browse 4,133 Prints