Vesuvius in Eruption 1875

"Vesuvius in Eruption" is a watercolor painting by the renowned English art critic and artist John Ruskin, created in 1875. The painting depicts the famous Italian volcano in a state of eruption, with a plume of smoke and ash billowing into the sky. Ruskin's characteristic use of loose brushstrokes and washes of color creates a sense of dynamism and immediacy, capturing the power and beauty of the natural world. The painting is a testament to Ruskin's interest in geology and his fascination with the forces of nature.