Destruction of Pompeii

作品描述

Ivan Aivazovsky's "Destruction of Pompeii" depicts the catastrophic volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, which led to the destruction of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. The painting captures the dramatic moment of the eruption, with a sailing ship and rowing boat in the foreground, symbolizing the sudden and devastating impact of nature on human civilization. The scene is rendered in vivid detail, emphasizing the chaos and destruction caused by the volcanic activity.