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Purgatorio, Canto 24 : The gluttonous souls crying out beneath the tree
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Purgatorio, Canto 24 : The gluttonous souls crying out beneath the tree
GIA745634 Purgatorio, Canto 24 : The gluttonous souls crying out beneath the tree, 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 22425042
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
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This print, titled "Purgatorio, Canto 24: The gluttonous souls crying out beneath the tree" is a visually stunning illustration from Dante Alighieri's epic poem, The Divine Comedy. Created by the talented Gustave Dore in 1885 and digitally colored for added depth and vibrancy, this artwork transports us to the depths of Purgatory. In this scene, we witness a haunting depiction of the punishment inflicted upon gluttonous souls. Beneath the twisted branches of a gnarled tree, these tormented figures cry out in anguish as they suffer for their insatiable appetites. Dore's meticulous attention to detail brings each soul to life with their contorted expressions and emaciated bodies. The composition exudes an eerie atmosphere that perfectly captures the essence of Dante's work. As viewers gaze upon this print, they are transported into a realm where sinners face their consequences while seeking redemption. It serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences that excessive indulgence can bring. Dante Alighieri's Divina Commedia has stood the test of time as one of literature's greatest masterpieces. Through his engravings and illustrations like this one, Gustave Dore breathes new life into Dante's words, allowing us to experience his vision in vivid detail. This remarkable piece by Giancarlo Costa invites us to delve deeper into Dante's world—a world filled with moral lessons and profound contemplation on human nature. It serves as both an homage to Italian literature and artistry while offering viewers an opportunity for introspection on our own vices and virtues.
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