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The Hell of Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie), 1861 (engraving)
PCT4265370 The Hell of Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie), 1861 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Hell of Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861. Caron (Charon), nocher de l'Acheron: Ed ecco verso noi venir per nave/Un vecchio bianco per antico pelo/Gridando: ogai a voi, anime prave! (And behold, an old man who has been whitened by age comes to us on a basket, saying, Woe to you, evil souls!)", chant 3 v. 82, 83 & 84.)
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1265 1321 Barque Dante Dante Alighieri Dante Alighieri 1265 1321 Work Dante Alighieri Artwork Dante Alighieri Works Divina Commedia Divine Comedy Dore Gustave 1832 1883 Driver Gustave Dore Hell Oldness The Divine Comedy Gusman Old Man Paganism
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the depths of Dante's Inferno with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Gustave Dore's engraving, "The Hell of Dante Alighieri" from the Divine Comedy. This stunning 1861 masterpiece transports you into the heart of the infernal realms, with intricate detail and haunting imagery that brings Dante's epic poem to life. Our high-quality photographic print captures every nuance of Patrice Cartier's Fine Art Finder image, allowing you to relish in the beauty and terror of Dore's interpretation. Add this mesmerizing piece to your collection and let the art of Dore's Inferno ignite your imagination.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "The Hell of Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie), 1861" is a masterpiece by the renowned artist Gustave Dore. The artwork beautifully illustrates a scene from Dante's epic poem, depicting the journey through hell. In this particular image, we witness Charon, the mythical ferryman of the river Acheron in Greek mythology. He appears as an old man with whitened hair and beard, steering his boat towards a group of tormented souls. With haunting intensity, he cries out to them: "Woe to you, evil souls!". Dore's attention to detail brings this ancient mythological character to life. His intricate engravings capture every wrinkle on Charon's face and convey a sense of foreboding as he navigates through the treacherous waters. "The Hell of Dante Alighieri" is not only a visual representation of one man's descent into darkness but also serves as an exploration of religious themes prevalent in Christian literature. Through Dore's masterful interpretation, viewers are transported back to 19th-century France where they can immerse themselves in Dante Alighieri's profound narrative. This print is not just an artistic creation; it represents an important piece of European literary history that continues to captivate audiences today. Patrice Cartier has skillfully captured its essence for all art enthusiasts to appreciate and admire for years to come.
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