Geitenhoeders bij de Golf van Napels met zicht op de Vesuvius 1824 - 1826

"Geitenhoeders bij de Golf van Napels met zicht op de Vesuvius" is an 1824-1826 lithograph by Alexis-Victor Joly. The artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a shepherd resting under a palm tree with his goats by the Gulf of Naples. In the distance, the prominent silhouette of Mount Vesuvius rises, a symbol of the region’s volcanic activity. The piece is a captivating example of the artistic exploration of the Italian landscape during the 19th century, showcasing the allure of the region for artists of the time.