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Then, fasting got the mastery of grief, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
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Then, fasting got the mastery of grief, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
" Then, fasting got the mastery of grief", c1890. Count Ugolino, his sons and grandsons condemned to death by starvation in the Torre dei Gualandi. After the others die, Ugolino eats their bodies: Once more upon the wretched skull his teeth he fasten d, like a mastiffs gainst the bone firm and unyielding. 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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The print titled "Then, fasting got the mastery of grief" captures a haunting scene from Gustave Doré's illustrations for Dante Alighieri's epic poem, "The Divine Comedy". In this particular image, we witness Count Ugolino and his descendants condemned to death by starvation in the Torre dei Gualandi. As the others succumb to their hunger and perish, Ugolino resorts to an unimaginable act of desperation – he eats their bodies to sustain himself. Doré's intricate engraving skillfully depicts the gruesome nature of this harrowing moment. The artist portrays Ugolino with teeth firmly clenched onto a wretched skull, resembling that of a relentless mastiff unwilling to let go. The black and white composition adds an eerie atmosphere, emphasizing the horror and despair surrounding these tragic events. "The Divine Comedy" written between 1308 and 1321 by Dante Alighieri, takes readers on a symbolic journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Doré's illustrations bring these vivid scenes to life in this late 19th-century edition published by Cassell Petter & Galpin. This print serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for both suffering and survival. It explores themes such as crime, punishment, family bonds tested under extreme circumstances, and the depths one may sink when faced with insurmountable hunger. Through its powerful imagery and connection to timeless literature like Dante's masterpiece, this artwork continues to captivate audiences long after its creation in c1890.
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