The Eruption of Vesuvius in 1774 by Jacob Philipp Hackert

Night painting of Mount Vesuvius erupting, with glowing lava flowing down the slope and onlookers in the foreground.

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A night scene shows Mount Vesuvius erupting, with fiery lava pouring down its dark slope and a column of glowing ash rising from the crater. In the foreground, a group of figures in period dress observe the lava flow, some pointing, others holding walking sticks or a torch, accompanied by a small dog. The painting is attributed to Jacob Philipp Hackert and dated 1774.

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1774

Medium

Painting

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Public domain