Capturing the Afterglow: The Celestial Art of Krakatoa’s Eruption in 1888

The 1883 eruption of Krakatoa dramatically altered the skies worldwide, creating stunning sunsets and afterglows.

These phenomena were vividly documented in watercolors by Prof. Dr. Pechuël-Loesche and later featured in a German publication. British poet Gerard Manley Hopkins also marveled at the sky’s vivid colors post-eruption. The mesmerizing effects were due to volcanic aerosols scattering light in the stratosphere, providing a natural canvas for these celestial displays.

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