Painted between 1830-1833 about Mount Vesuvius eruption in AD 79. Bryullov studied Pompeii in 1827 and visited the city. Commissioned by Count Anatoly Demidov for 40,000 francs
Blue flower symbolizes Romanticism's central inspiration and enduring motif. Novalis introduced symbol through Heinrich von Ofterdingen story. Represents desire, love, and metaphysical striving for infinite
Ruins are remains of civilization's architecture that fell into disrepair. Common causes include natural disasters, armed conflict, and population decline. Many structures become derelict due to weathering and scavenging
Sentimentalism emerged during the Age of Enlightenment in Europe. The sentimental novel developed in England between 1730 and 1780. The philosophical basis came from Anthony Ashley Cooper, Earl of Shaftesbury
Born in 1802 in Besançon to a military officer father and Protestant mother. Published first poetry collection at age 20, earning royal pension. Became leader of Romantic movement with plays Cromwell and Hernani. Published Notre-Dame de Paris in 1831, inspiring Notre Dame restoration
Brothers Grimm created timeless fairy tales including "Snow White" and "Sleeping Beauty". William Shakespeare wrote classic plays like Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet. Alexander Pushkin was considered "father of Russian poetry". Victor Hugo wrote "Les Misérables" and represented French Romanticism