Neapolitan Gouache Early 19th Century Villa Galla Naples Eruption Of Vesuvius

This Neapolitan gouache from the early 19th century is finely executed. It depicts the Bay of Naples with Vesuvius erupting in the background. Very fresh in color, we can see boats on the horizon, a peasant in the foreground, vegetation and all the architecture of the city. It is not signed. On the other hand, it bears the marking "Villa Galla". There are different qualities in Neapolitan gouaches, we are here in a sumptuous quality. Very fine, executed with great precision and great finesse. For the condition, we note small accidents on the edge, friction and wear, especially in the sky. Neapolitan gouaches aroused the interest of tourists in the 18th and 19th centuries, eager to return home with images and souvenirs of their trip. Anonymous most of the time and small formats to facilitate transport, these so-called minor works and made in an artisanal way have delighted generations of tourists. Vesuvius by day or by night, in eruption and the Bay of Naples are the themes that are most often found. Those that deal with Vesuvius in eruption were often framed with a black margin where the artist indicated the year and day of the eruption represented. Many painters have devoted themselves to this pictorial genre. The production of Neapolitan gouaches will last more than a century, until the appearance of new techniques such as the reproduction of engraving, from 1840 and photography. Do not hesitate to zoom in. For the condition, please detail the photos. Do not hesitate to zoom in. The photos are an integral part of the description. Dimensions: Cardboard Height: 47 cm Width: 69 cm Gouache Height: 41 cm Width: 62.5 cm H3699