Alighieri Collection

DANTE: DIVINE COMEDY. Frontispiece of Dantes Divine Comedy, showing Dante (in a red robe) being led by Virgil (in a blue robe) through the agonies of hell. Italian manuscript illumnination

Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, sees his beloved Beatrice
Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, best known for his long narrative poem, the Divine Comedy, sees his beloved Beatrice Portinari on the Lung Arno, Florence

DANTEs INFERNO, c1520. Woodcut from a Venetian edition of the Divine Comedy, c1520

Dante and the Divine Comedy (The Comedy Illuminating Florence), 1464-1465. From the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

DANTEs PARADISE: EMPYREAN. Beatrice leads Dante into the Empyrean
DANTEs PARADISE: EMPYREAN

DANTE: PARADISE. The Saintly Throng in the Form of a Rose (Canto 31)
DANTE: PARADISE. The Saintly Throng in the Form of a Rose (Canto 31, lines 1-3). Wood engraving by Gustave Dor

DANTE: PARADISE. The Heavenly Choir. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore

Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, best known for his long narrative poem, the Divine Comedy

Yet in the abyss, that Lucifer with Judas low ingulfs, lightly he placed us, c1890. Antaeus the giant lowers Dante and the Roman poet Virgil to the final level of Hell

DANTE: INFERNO. Charon, ferryman of the river Styx. Wood engraving, 1861, after Gustave Dore

Dante and his Poem the Divine Comedy, 1465. Artist: Domenico di Michelino
Dante and his Poem the Divine Comedy, 1465. Found in the collection of the Duomo, Florence, Italy

Dante in Oxford; Proctor: Your Name And College?, 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm
Dante in Oxford; Proctor: Your Name And College?, 1904. Illustration from The Poets Corner, by Max Beerbohm, (London, 1904)

Thence issuing we again beheld the stars, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
The beautiful lights of heav n dawn d through a circular opening in the cave: thus issuing we again beheld the stars, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil emerge from Hell, and see the stars

We to those beasts, that rapid strode along, drew near, when Chiron took an arrow forth, c1890. Chiron, leader of the centaurs

Dante and Virgil with three-headed monster, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Dante and Virgil with three-headed monster, 1951. Design for illustration to Dantes " Divine Comedy"

Dante And Beatrice. Dante Alighieri C. 1265
Dante And Beatrice. Dante Alighieri C.1265

Dante / Tomb / Ravenna
DANTE ALIGHIERI Italian poets tomb at Ravenna Date: 1265 - 1321

Church of Santa Croce, Florence
Facade of the Church of Santa Croce, Florence, Tuscany, Italy Date: circa 1905

Now was the day departing, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
Now was the day departing, and the air, imbrown d with shadows, from their toils released, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil

Aerial view of the walled town and castle of Gradara in Marche Italy popular tourist destination of the well preserved double walls and castle Gradara is a town

Aerial view of the walled town and castle of Gradara in Marche Italy popular tourist destination of the well preserved double walls and castle Gradara is a town

Aerial view of the walled town and castle of Gradara in Marche Italy popular tourist destination of the well preserved double walls and castle Gradara is a town

Aerial view of the walled town and castle of Gradara in Marche Italy popular tourist destination of the well preserved double walls and castle Gradara is a town

Aerial view of the walled town and castle of Gradara in Marche Italy popular tourist destination of the well preserved double walls and castle Gradara is a town

Bust of Dante Alighieri outside the Museo Casa di Dante, Dantes House Museum, Florence, Italy

Florenz
So hoch die Florentiner heute im Einklang mit der gesamten Kulturwelt Dante schätzen, so ist es doch ihr Schmerz, daß er sein gewaltiges Werk nicht in ihren Mauern gedichtet hat

Circle of Theives: Agnello Brunelleschi Attacked By a Six-Footed Serpent, from Dan... ca
Circle of Theives: Agnello Brunelleschi Attacked By a Six-Footed Serpent, from Dantes Inferno, Canto XXVV, ca. 1825-27

Museo Casa di Dante, Dantes House Museum, Florence, Italy

Divine Comedy. Fifth Canto of the Purgatory. Dante talks wit
Divine Comedy. Epic poem written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321. Dante talks with Pia dei Tolomei, one of the three people who died violently. Engraving by Gustave Dore. Colored

Illustration for The Divine Comedy - Hell (La Divina Commedia)
3771611 Illustration for The Divine Comedy - Hell (La Divina Commedia, L'Inferno) by Dante, 19th century (engraving) by Dore

Illustration for The Divine Comedy - Hell (La Divina Commedia)
3771602 Illustration for The Divine Comedy - Hell (La Divina Commedia, L'Inferno) by Dante, 19th century (engraving) by Dore

The Circle of the Thieves: Agnolo Brunelleschi Attacked by a Six-Footed Serpent, Inferno
995604 The Circle of the Thieves: Agnolo Brunelleschi Attacked by a Six-Footed Serpent, Inferno, Canto XXV, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1838 (engraving) by Blake

The Circle of the Thieves: Buoso Donati Attacked by the Serpent, Inferno, Canto XXV
995601 The Circle of the Thieves: Buoso Donati Attacked by the Serpent, Inferno, Canto XXV, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1954 (engraving) by Blake

The Circle of the Traitors: Dantes Foot striking Bocca degli Abbate, Inferno
995611 The Circle of the Traitors: Dantes Foot striking Bocca degli Abbate, Inferno, Canto XXXII, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1827 (engraving) by Blake

The Circle of the Lustful: Paolo and Francesca Inferno V
995612 The Circle of the Lustful: Paolo and Francesca Inferno V, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, c.1827-38 (engraving) by Blake

The Circle of Thieves: Buoso Donati Attacked by the Serpent, Inferno, Canto XXV
995609 The Circle of Thieves: Buoso Donati Attacked by the Serpent, Inferno, Canto XXV, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1827 (engraving) by Blake

The Circle of the Corrupt Officials: The Devils Mauling Each Other, Canto XXII
995614 The Circle of the Corrupt Officials: The Devils Mauling Each Other, Canto XXII, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, c.1827-38 (engraving) by Blake

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"Dante Alighieri: The Visionary Poet Behind the Divine Comedy" Step into the world of Dante Alighieri, the renowned Italian poet who crafted one of literature's most influential works - the Divine Comedy. With its intricate symbolism and vivid imagery, this epic poem takes readers on a journey through Hell (Inferno), Purgatory (Purgatorio), and Paradise (Paradiso). In Domenico di Michelino's iconic painting, Dante stands proudly beside his masterpiece, surrounded by scenes that unfold within its pages. His beloved Beatrice guides him through the Empyrean, leading him to the highest level of heaven. Gustave Doré's wood engravings bring Dante's words to life with stunning detail. From Charon, ferryman of the river Styx in Inferno, to the heavenly choir in Paradiso, these illustrations capture both darkness and divine beauty. Shirley Markham's depiction shows Dante alongside Virgil as they confront a three-headed monster - an encounter filled with danger and suspense, and is moments like these that test their courage as they navigate through various circles of Hell. Even in Oxford during 1904, Max Beerbohm humorously imagines Dante being questioned about his identity by a proctor. This playful portrayal reminds us that even centuries later, Dante continues to captivate our imagination. Dante Alighieri remains an enduring figure whose legacy transcends time. His poetic genius has left an indelible mark on literature and art alike. As we delve into his profound exploration of human nature and spirituality through the Divine Comedy, we are reminded of his unparalleled contribution to Western culture.