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1729 Toulon, France - 1799 Naples, Italy. Known for: Erupting volcano image paintings.
After Rome and Venice, Naples had always been a favorite stop on the itinerary of every European Grand Tourist, beloved for its scenic countryside and the sun-drenched beauty of its celebrated bay.... Read full biography
After Rome and Venice, Naples had always been a favorite stop on the itinerary of every European Grand Tourist, beloved for its scenic countryside and the sun-drenched beauty of its celebrated bay. But by the mid-18th century, the newly unearthed archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum and... Read full biography
After Rome and Venice, Naples had always been a favorite stop on the itinerary of every European Grand Tourist, beloved for its scenic countryside and the sun-drenched beauty of its celebrated bay. But by the mid-18th century, the newly unearthed archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum and the dramatic increase in volcanic eruptions at Mount Vesuvius made Naples a must-see destination for cultured and wealthy travelers. Vesuvius had erupted many times since the initial explosion... Read full biography
After Rome and Venice, Naples had always been a favorite stop on the itinerary of every European Grand Tourist, beloved for its scenic countryside and the sun-drenched beauty of its celebrated bay. But by the mid-18th century, the newly unearthed archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum and the dramatic increase in volcanic eruptions at Mount Vesuvius made Naples a must-see destination for cultured and wealthy travelers. Vesuvius had erupted many times since the initial explosion devastated Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79 AD; however, the year 1750 marked the beginning of a renewed era of regular volcanic activity after a long period of relative calm. The public imagination was captivated by the violence of these remarkable eruptions... Read full biography
After Rome and Venice, Naples had always been a favorite stop on the itinerary of every European Grand Tourist, beloved for its scenic countryside and the sun-drenched beauty of its celebrated bay. But by the mid-18th century, the newly unearthed archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum and the dramatic increase in volcanic eruptions at Mount Vesuvius made Naples a must-see destination for cultured and wealthy travelers. Vesuvius had erupted many times since the initial explosion devastated Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79 AD; however, the year 1750 marked the beginning of a renewed era of regular volcanic activity after a long period of relative calm. The public imagination was captivated by the violence of these remarkable eruptions and demand for visual representations of the volcano ensued, initially among scientists, explorers and fledgling volcanologists. The eruptions we... Read full biography
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Art images copyright© of artist or assigneeVesuvius erupting at night seen from the Atrio del Cavallo, with elegant onlookers, a view of Portici and Capri beyond
Pierre-Jacques Volaire Auction: 07/02/2013Lot: 40Subscribe or get free alerts
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Art images copyright© of artist or assigneeVesuvius erupting at night seen from the foothills, with elegant onlookers, a view of the Bay of Naples beyond
Pierre-Jacques Volaire Auction: 07/08/2005Lot: 104Subscribe or get free alerts
Art images copyright© of artist or assigneeVesuvius erupting at night with onlookers, the bay of Naples beyond
Pierre-Jacques Volaire Auction: 07/08/2005Lot: 105Subscribe or get free alerts
Art images copyright© of artist or assigneeMount Vesuvius erupting by night seen from the Atrio del Cavallo with spectators in the foreground, a panoramic view of the city and the Bay of Naples beyond
Pierre-Jacques Volaire Auction: 01/30/2013Lot: 24Subscribe or get free alerts
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