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My teacher sage aware, thrusting him back, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
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My teacher sage aware, thrusting him back, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
Then stretch d he forth hands to the bark; whereof my teacher sage aware, thrusting him back: " Away! down there To the other dogs!", c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil cross the river Styx which is filled with wrathful souls. Illustration from " The Vision of Hell" (Inferno), the first part of " The Divine Comedy" (La divina commedia) by Dante Alighieri. This long, narrative poem, written in Italian c1308-1321, tracing Dantes imaginary journey from Hell, through Purgatory and finally to Heaven and a beatific vision of God, has been published numerous times. This edition, published late 19th century, is illustrated by Gustave Dore. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, c1890]
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In this print by Gustave Doré, we are transported to the depths of Hell as depicted in Dante Alighieri's "The Divine Comedy". The scene captures a pivotal moment in the narrative, where Dante and his guide, the Roman poet Virgil, navigate the treacherous river Styx. As they approach on a small boat, their path is obstructed by wrathful souls desperately trying to board. Doré masterfully portrays the intensity of this encounter. With every stroke of his engraving tool, he brings forth the anguish and torment etched onto each face. Amidst this chaos stands Phlegyas, the ferryman who guards these cursed waters. But it is Virgil who takes charge here; his wisdom evident as he thrusts Phlegyas back with an outstretched hand. The composition exudes tension and despair - a visual representation of Dante's journey through Hell. Through Doré's meticulous attention to detail, we witness not only physical suffering but also emotional turmoil that resonates within each soul present. This particular edition of "The Divine Comedy" was published in the late 19th century and showcases Doré's exceptional talent for illustrating complex narratives. His engravings bring life to Dante's words and offer readers a vivid glimpse into a world filled with divine punishment and redemption. As we gaze upon this print today, we cannot help but be captivated by its timeless power - reminding us that even amidst darkness there is always hope for enlightenment.
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