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PD. 5-1978 Count Ugolino and his Sons in Prison, illustration for Inferno, Canto 33 from Dante Alighieris Divine Comedy, c. 1827 (tempera on panel)
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PD. 5-1978 Count Ugolino and his Sons in Prison, illustration for Inferno, Canto 33 from Dante Alighieris Divine Comedy, c. 1827 (tempera on panel)
FIT88878 PD.5-1978 Count Ugolino and his Sons in Prison, illustration for Inferno, Canto 33 from Dante Alighieris Divine Comedy, c.1827 (tempera on panel) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 33x44 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum
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This print showcases William Blake's haunting illustration of Count Ugolino and his Sons in Prison, a powerful depiction from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy. Painted in 1827 using tempera on panel, this artwork measures 33x44 cm and is housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge. The scene portrays the tragic tale of Count Ugolino della Gherardesca, a Guelph leader accused of treason by Pisa. Confined to a cell with his sons, they suffer unimaginable torment as starvation consumes them. In their desperate state, angels appear above them as symbols of divine intervention. Blake masterfully captures the anguish and despair within this painting. The anguished expressions on the faces of Ugolino and his sons reflect their harrowing plight. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition while emphasizing their confinement. Through this artwork, Blake explores themes such as punishment, hunger, betrayal, and redemption found within Dante's Inferno. His intricate attention to detail reveals both his artistic skill and deep understanding of literature. As one gazes upon this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, they are transported into an emotional journey that delves into the darkest corners of human suffering. It serves as a testament to Blake's ability to bring literary works to life through visual artistry while leaving viewers captivated by its profound narrative impact.
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