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Inferno, Canto 2 : Beatrice and Virgil, illustration from The Divine Comedy
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Inferno, Canto 2 : Beatrice and Virgil, illustration from The Divine Comedy
GIA745722 Inferno, Canto 2 : Beatrice and Virgil, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian author and poet. Divina Commedia.); eGiancarlo Costa; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23014648
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
1265 1321 13 13o Xiii Xiiio Secolo 13 13th Xiii Xiiith Century Donna Dore Gustave Duecento Enfer Femme Hell Incisione Inferno Letteratura Litterature Luce Lumi And Xcb Lumiere Medioevale Medioevo Moyen Age Po And Xe9 Poesia Poesie Quattordicesimo Secolo Rature Trecento Tredicesimo Secolo Virgilio 14 14o Xiv Xivo Secolo 14 14th Xiv Xivth Century Gravure Medieval Period
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Inferno, Canto 2 - Beatrice and Virgil
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is a captivating illustration from Gustave Dore's rendition of Dante Alighieri's epic poem, The Divine Comedy. This digitally colored engraving transports us to the depths of hell, where we witness an encounter between two iconic figures. In the center of the image stands Beatrice, a symbol of divine love and spiritual guidance. Her ethereal presence emanates strength and grace as she gazes intently at Virgil, the renowned Roman poet who serves as Dante's guide through this infernal journey. With her hand gently resting on his arm, Beatrice imparts wisdom and reassurance to both Virgil and the viewer. Dore masterfully captures the atmosphere of darkness with intricate details in shading and texture. The flickering light illuminates their faces against a backdrop of eerie shadows that hint at the horrors yet to be encountered in this treacherous realm. This print not only showcases Dore's exceptional artistic talent but also pays homage to Dante's profound literary work. Through visual storytelling, it invites us to delve into themes of redemption, morality, and human nature explored throughout The Divine Comedy. As we contemplate this striking composition by Giancarlo Costa based on Dore's original engraving, we are reminded of our own personal journeys through life's challenges. Just like Dante following in their footsteps centuries ago, may we find solace in knowing that even amidst darkness there is always hope for salvation guided by love and wisdom
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