Vesuvius 1892

edgardegas

Kornfeld Collection, Bern, Switzerland

sky

abstract painting

water colours

possibly oil pastel

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

Edgar Degas' "Vesuvius" (1892) depicts the iconic Italian volcano erupting, casting a plume of smoke against a warm yellow sky. Though known primarily for his paintings of dancers and horses, Degas' foray into landscape painting showcases his impressionistic style. The artwork is characterized by loose brushstrokes and a hazy atmosphere, capturing the transient beauty of the natural phenomenon. The painting, currently housed in the Kornfeld Collection in Bern, Switzerland, offers a glimpse into Degas' broader artistic interests beyond his typical subject matter.