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Inferno, Canto 22 : Ciampolo escapes the demon Alichino in the fifth bolgia
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Inferno, Canto 22 : Ciampolo escapes the demon Alichino in the fifth bolgia
GIA745712 Inferno, Canto 22 : Ciampolo escapes the demon Alichino in the fifth bolgia, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian author and poet. Divina Commedia.); eGiancarlo Costa; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23014646
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
1265 1321 13 13o Xiii Xiiio Secolo 13 13th Xiii Xiiith Century Demonio Devil Diable Diavolo Dore Gustave Duecento Enfer Hell Incisione Inferno Letteratura Litterature Medioevale Medioevo Moyen Age Po And Xe9 Poesia Poesie Quattordicesimo Secolo Rature Satana Trecento Tredicesimo Secolo 14 14o Xiv Xivo Secolo 14 14th Xiv Xivth Century Gravure Medieval Period
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This print captures a pivotal moment from Dante Alighieri's epic poem, "Inferno" specifically Canto 22. Illustrated by Gustave Dore in 1885 and digitally colored, it showcases the intense encounter between Ciampolo and the demon Alichino in the fifth bolgia of Hell. The scene is filled with tension as Ciampolo, a sinner condemned to this circle for his fraudulent acts, desperately tries to escape the clutches of Alichino. With intricate details and masterful engraving techniques, Dore brings this dramatic moment to life. Ciampolo's agility and cunning are evident as he maneuvers through the chaotic landscape of Hell while being pursued by Alichino. The fiery background symbolizes the eternal damnation that awaits these souls trapped in their sins. Dante's Divine Comedy has been praised for its exploration of human morality and spirituality. This particular illustration highlights one of its most thrilling moments, showcasing both Dore's artistic prowess and Dante's vivid imagination. As we gaze upon this visually stunning print, we can't help but be drawn into the narrative unfolding before our eyes. It serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for both good and evil and invites us to reflect on our own actions in light of divine justice.
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