Paolo And Francesca Collection

Paolo and Francesca
3078093 Paolo and Francesca; (add.info.: Print of the painting 'Paolo and Francesca' taken from Dante Alighieri's (1265-1321) Inferno, Canto V

Dante and Virgil encounter Paolo and Francesca, 1846. Creator: Frascheri, Giuseppe (1809-1886)
Dante and Virgil encounter Paolo and Francesca, 1846. Found in the collection of the Pinacoteca Civica, Savona

Paolo and Francesca da Rimini, 1867. Artist: Rossetti, Dante Gabriel (1828-1882)
Paolo and Francesca da Rimini, 1867. Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne

Il sogno (The Dream), 1912. Creator: Previati, Gaetano (1852-1920)
Il sogno (The Dream), 1912. From a private collection, Schwitzerland

Francesca da Rimini in Dantes Hell, 1810. Creator: Monti, Nicola (1780-1864)
Francesca da Rimini in Dantes Hell, 1810. Found in the Collection of the Gallerie degli Uffizi, Florence

Paolo and Francesca, 1893. Creator: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
Paolo and Francesca, 1893. Found in the collection of Kunst Museum Winterthur

Paolo and Francesca, surprised by Gianciotto Malatesta, 1809. Creator: Koch, Joseph Anton
Paolo and Francesca, surprised by Gianciotto Malatesta, 1809. Found in the Collection of Klassik Stiftung Weimar

Francesca da Rimini, 1837. Creator: Dyce, William (1806-1864)
Francesca da Rimini, 1837. Found in the Collection of National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh

The dream. Paolo and Francesca, 1908-1909. Private Collection

Paolo and Francesca (The Whirlwind of Lovers), 1826-1827. Private Collection

Paolo and Francesca. Artist: Dore, Gustave (1832-1883)
Paolo and Francesca. Private Collection

Paolo and Francesca, 1854. Artist: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Paolo and Francesca, 1854. Found in the collection of Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Paolo and Francesca, 1825-1829. Found in the collection of Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

Paolo and Francesca. Artist: Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867)
Paolo and Francesca. Found in the collection of Musee Conde, Chantilly

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"Paolo and Francesca: A Tale of Forbidden Love through the Eyes of Artists" The tragic love story da Rimini has captivated artists for centuries, inspiring them to immortalize their passion on canvas. From Rossetti's evocative portrayal in 1867 to Previati's dreamlike interpretation in 1912, each artist brings a unique perspective to this timeless tale. Monti's haunting depiction from 1810 transports us to Dante's Hell, where the ill-fated lovers find themselves eternally condemned. Bocklin, in his 1893 masterpiece, captures the intensity of their forbidden affair with vivid colors and dramatic composition. Koch's rendition from 1809 portrays the fateful moment when Gianciotto Malatesta discovers Paolo and Francesca together, forever sealing their tragic destiny. Dyce's delicate brushstrokes in 1837 emphasize Francesca's beauty as she succumbs to her illicit desires. In "The Dream, " created between 1908-1909, we witness an ethereal representation that delves into the subconscious realm of desire. The whirlwind of emotions experienced by Paolo and Francesca is masterfully depicted in "The Whirlwind of Lovers" by an unknown artist from1826-1827. Dore’s intricate illustration from 1832 showcases his attention to detail as he captures every nuance of their doomed romance. Scheffer’s poignant portrayal in1854 evokes empathy for these star-crossed lovers who were destined for tragedy. Lastly, Ingres' refined style shines through his depiction from1825-1829 as he explores the emotional turmoil faced by Paolo and Francesca amidst societal constraints. Through these various artistic interpretations spanning different eras, we are reminded that love knows no boundaries but can also lead down a treacherous path. The enduring allure continues to inspire artists and captivate audiences, ensuring their story lives on for generations to come.