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The boat of Souls
The boat of Souls, a scene from Dantes purgatory. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker
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Afterlife Angel Archangel Arts And Entertainment Aura Catholicism Concepts And Ideas Dante Ghost Gustave Dore Heaven Hope Journey Medieval Passenger Craft People Traveling Purgatory Recreational Boat Seraphim Speculative Being Visual Art Image Created 19th Century Painted Image
Greetings Card (A5)
Add a touch of timeless beauty to your mail with our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards featuring Gustave Dore's enchanting engraving, "The Boat of Souls" from Dante's Purgatory. This exquisite image by renowned artist Duncan1890 from Fine Art Storehouse transports you to the mystical realm of Purgatory, where the boat carries the souls on their journey towards redemption. Our high-quality greetings cards are perfect for expressing your heartfelt sentiments on special occasions or just to brighten someone's day. Impress your loved ones with this thoughtful and unique selection, and let the captivating art of Dore's engraving inspire your message.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Boat of Souls: A Glimpse into Dante's Purgatory". This print transports us to the mystical realm of Dante's purgatory, as envisioned by the renowned artist Gustave Dore in 1870. The engraved image, skillfully captured by photographer D Walker, showcases a scene filled with profound symbolism and spiritual significance. In this idyllic depiction, we witness a group of people embarking on a transformative journey aboard a passenger craft that traverses the ethereal river. As they travel towards redemption and enlightenment, an archangel guides them through this otherworldly realm. The aura surrounding these hopeful souls reflects their yearning for salvation and their unwavering faith in heavenly realms. Dore's intricate illustration masterfully combines elements from medieval Christian beliefs with his own artistic interpretation. Seraphim and angels hover above the boat while ghostly figures hint at the presence of speculative beings from beyond our mortal realm. This visual artwork not only invites contemplation about life after death but also serves as a testament to humanity's enduring quest for spirituality and hope. It encapsulates themes central to Catholicism while transcending religious boundaries to evoke universal emotions. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece created over a century ago, we are reminded of art's power to transcend time and connect us with profound concepts and ideas. Duncan1890 has expertly preserved this masterpiece from Gustave Dore, allowing us all to embark on our own imaginative voyage through the realms of spirituality.
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