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Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Artist: Gustave Dore
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Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Artist: Gustave Dore
Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and his guide, Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil, and in his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy), Virgil accompanies Dante through Purgatory and Inferno. From Inferno, first part of Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy), Canto III
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This print, created by the renowned artist Gustave Dore in 1861, depicts a pivotal moment from Dante Alighieri's epic poem, the Divine Comedy. Charon, the mythical ferryman of Greek mythology, is seen rowing his boat across the Styx to collect Dante and his guide Virgil. In this powerful scene, we witness Charon fulfilling his role as a transporter of souls between the realms of the living and the dead. The dark waters of the river Styx reflect an eerie atmosphere as Charon diligently rows towards our protagonists. His weathered face reveals years spent navigating these treacherous waters. Dante Alighieri was deeply inspired by Virgil's works and chose him as his guide through Purgatory and Inferno in his Divina Commedia. This print captures their encounter with Charon during their descent into Hell. Gustave Dore's masterful wood engraving technique brings this haunting image to life. Every stroke adds depth to Charon's figure while capturing both fear and determination on Dante and Virgil's faces. Through this artwork, we are transported into a realm where mythology meets literature. It serves as a reminder of humanity's fascination with death and our eternal quest for understanding what lies beyond it. This print is not only a testament to Gustave Dore's artistic prowess but also an homage to Dante Alighieri’s enduring legacy in Italian literature.
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