Antique 19th Century Italian Vesuvius Eruption 1844 Gouache Painting

Antique Italian Vesuvius Eruption 1844 Gouache Painting In The Manner of Camillo de Vito

Description

An atmospheric 19th-century Italian Neapolitan School gouache painting depicting the dramatic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1844, with Mediterranean sailing vessels navigating the Bay of Naples beneath the imposing volcanic landscape.

Executed in the manner of Camillo de Vito, this historic composition reflects the celebrated Neapolitan tradition of volcanic landscape painting, particularly associated with the Grand Tour and the fascination of European travellers with southern Italy.

The erupting volcano dominates the composition, contrasting the extraordinary forces of nature with the sailing vessels occupying the waters below. The maritime setting adds both historical interest and a sense of scale to the dramatic volcanic spectacle.

Historical Background

Mount Vesuvius was one of the most frequently depicted natural landmarks in 19th-century Italian art. Travellers visiting Naples sought painted views of its eruptions as reminders of the region's remarkable scenery and geological history.

The eruption of 1844 provides the historical subject of this work, placing it within the wider artistic tradition of Neapolitan topographical gouaches.

Artist and Attribution

Italian Neapolitan School, 19th century.

In the manner of Camillo de Vito.

This is a qualified stylistic attribution and does not establish authorship by Camillo de Vito.

Condition and Presentation

Professionally reframed by Bailey Arts Ltd in September 2026.

The painting is presented within a new frame fitted with AR99 anti-reflective glass and a new hanging thread.

The previous frame was removed and disposed of during reframing.

Dimensions

Framed: 52 cm wide x 42 cm high x 2.5 cm deep.

Visible artwork: 43.5 cm wide x 33.5 cm high.

Shipping

Carefully packaged with protective foam sheeting, corner protection and a custom protective polystyrene enclosure, with additional outer packaging. UK and international shipping available.

Condition

Antique 19th-century gouache painting, professionally reframed by Bailey Arts Ltd in September 2026. Presented behind new AR99 anti-reflective glass, with a replacement frame and newly fitted hanging thread. The original frame was removed and disposed of.

Certificate of Sale & Dealer Attribution

Supplied with a certificate of sale recording the artwork's catalogue identification and qualified dealer attribution.

Attribution and Research

Catalogued as 19th-century Neapolitan School, in the manner of Camillo de Vito. This attribution reflects stylistic assessment and historical research rather than confirmed authorship.

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