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At the left, Dante and Virgil stand on the shore of the river Styx
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At the left, Dante and Virgil stand on the shore of the river Styx
LRI4636694 At the left, Dante and Virgil stand on the shore of the river Styx, the dismal shore of Acheron. In the centre, Charon ferries Dante and Virgil, who look very alarmed (song 3 from Hell, in the Divine Comedy) - miniature, 1405 by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Biblioteca del Seminario Vescovile, Padua, Italy; (add.info.: " Dante and Virgil are on the banks of the river of Hell the Acheron, Charon (Caron) accompanies them in their crossing the river" Miniature illustrating the Song 3 of Hell (Inferno) in " La divina comedia" by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) (At the left, Dante and Virgil red, dressed in blue and, stand on the shore of the river Styx, the dismal shore of Acheron, In the centre, Charon ferries Dante and Virgil, who look very alarmed - miniature from canto 3 from " hell" in " Divina commedia" by Dante Alighieri) (Ms 2263) 1405 Milan Trivulziana Library); Luisa Ricciarini; out of copyright
Media ID 23329928
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a mesmerizing scene from Dante Alighieri's epic poem, the Divine Comedy. In this miniature artwork dating back to the 15th century, an unknown artist skillfully depicts the haunting encounter of Dante and Virgil with Charon on the shore of the river Styx. On the left side of the image, we see Dante and Virgil standing solemnly on the dismal shores of Acheron, their vibrant red and blue attire contrasting against the dark backdrop. Their expressions reveal a sense of alarm as they prepare to embark on a treacherous journey through Hell. In the center, Charon stands tall in his boat, ferrying our protagonists across the foreboding waters. The artist masterfully portrays their fear and unease as they face this daunting task. The attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke brings out their emotions vividly. This miniature illustration represents Canto 3 from "Hell" in Dante's Divina Commedia. It serves as a visual interpretation of one part of an extraordinary literary masterpiece that has captivated readers for centuries. Preserved within Biblioteca del Seminario Vescovile in Padua, Italy, this artwork offers us a glimpse into medieval artistry while also reminding us of humanity's fascination with exploring themes such as life after death and moral consequences. Luisa Ricciarini has beautifully captured this historical piece through her lens, allowing us to appreciate its intricate details even today.
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