An Eruption of Vesuvius, Seen from Portici
Romanticism
Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 – 1797)
Explore the captivating works of Joseph Wright of Derby (1734-1797), a pioneer of Industrial Revolution art. Known for dramatic chiaroscuro, moonlight landscapes & philosophical scenes.
About this artwork
- Title: An Eruption of Vesuvius, Seen from Portici
- Artist: Joseph Wright of Derby
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Romanticism
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: volcano art”, joseph wright derby, “mount vesuvius”
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
- Topics: mount vesuvius, historical event, natural disaster
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