Alighieri Collection (#7)

DANTEs PURGATORY. Dante, Virgil and Statius: illumination from a late 14th century Italian ms. of the Divine Comedy

DANTEs INFERNO. 15th century Italian ms. illumination of frontispiece from Dantes Inferno showing Dante with Virgil (left)

DANTEs INFERNO: STYX. 15th century Italian ms. illumination from Dantes Inferno showing Dante and Virgil crossing the River Styx

DANTEs DIVINE COMEDY. Dante gazing at Beatrice: illumination from an early 15th century Italian manuscript of Paradise

Woodcut from a Venetian edition of the Divine Comedy, c1520
DANTE: INFERNO. Woodcut from a Venetian edition of the Divine Comedy, c1520

Dante protected by Virgil from harm by demons. Dante Alighieri Inferno, first part of his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy) Canto XXXIII. From 1863 edition illustrated by Gustave Dore. Wood engraving

View of Heaven as imagined by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian poet. From a 15th century manuscript of his Divine Comedy

Paolo and Francesca Early 20th century illustration for the poem by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), Italian poet

Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian poet. Woodcut portrait published 1521, thought to be from miniature by Guilio Clovis

The Angelic Guide, by Gustave Dore

The Tempest of Hell, by Gustave Dore

The Coming of the Boat, by Gustave Dore

Paolo and Francesca, by Gustave Dore

Dante and the Eagle, by Gustave Dore

The Stoning of SAINT STEPHEN, BY GUSTAVE DORE, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for the Purgatorio or Purgatory by Dante Alighieri. 1870, Art, Artist, romanticism, colour, color engraving

THE BURDEN OF PRIDE, BY GUSTAVE DORE, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for the Purgatorio or Purgatory by Dante Alighieri. 1870, Art, Artist, romanticism, colour, color engraving

THE STORM IN THE FOREST, BY GUSTAVE DORE, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for The Divine Comedy, Divina Commedia, by Dante Alighieri. 1870, Art, Artist, romanticism, colour, color engraving

A Troop of Spirits in Purgatory, by Gustave Dorafaa
A Troop of Spirits in Purgatory, by Gustave Dorafa

The Angelic Wreaths, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Angelic Wreaths, by Gustave Dorafa

Dante and Virgil Meet Plutus, by Gustave Dorafaa
Dante and Virgil Meet Plutus, by Gustave Dorafa

The Spirits of the Envious, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Spirits of the Envious, by Gustave Dorafa

The Stygian Lake in the Fifth Circle of Hell, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Stygian Lake in the Fifth Circle of Hell, by Gustave Dorafa

Charles Martel, by Gustave Dorafaa
Charles Martel, by Gustave Dorafa

The Vision of the Cross, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Vision of the Cross, by Gustave Dorafa

THE Perilous Pass on the eight cornice of Purgatory, BY GUSTAVE DORAFa
THE Perilous Pass on the eight cornice of Purgatory, BY GUSTAVE DORAFA

Beatrice and Dante Rising to the Fifth Heaven, by Gustave Dorafaa
Beatrice and Dante Rising to the Fifth Heaven, by Gustave Dorafa

Farinata Degli Uberti, by Gustave Dorafaa
Farinata Degli Uberti, by Gustave Dorafa

The Singing of the Blessed in the Sixth Heaven, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Singing of the Blessed in the Sixth Heaven, by Gustave Dorafa

CASTAGNO, Andrea del (1423-1457). Dante Alighieri. ca. 1450. Portrait holding a book, from a cycle of famous personages. Fresco transferred to canvas. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Fresco. ITALY

ITALY. Mantua. Statue of Dante Alighieri. Sculpture on bronze

Copy of the sculpture of Jeronimo Suol (1864) that represents Dante Alighieri. Engraving

DANTE ALIGHIERI (1265-1321). ITALIAN
BENEGASI Y LUJAN, Jos JoaquЮ (1707-1770). Spanish writer. Etching

DANTE ALIGHIERI (1265-1321). Italian poet. Front page from an edition of The Divine Comedy of 1806, it includes

DANTE AND BEATRICE. The first meeting of Alighieri Dante and Beatrice. Etching, late 19th century, after Henry Holiday (1839-1927)

FLORENCE: DANTEs HOUSE. Dante Alighieris house in Florence, Italy. Wood engraving, c1875, after Harry Fenn

DANTE ALIGHIERI (1265-1321). Italian poet. Steel engraving, English, 19th century

DANTE: INFERNO. All hope abandon, ye who enter here. Wood engraving, 1861, after Gustave Dore

DIVINE COMEDY GUIDE. A geographical guide to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. Line engraving, Flemish, 1695

DANTEs PARADISE: ANGELS. Dantes Paradise, the singing of the Blessed (Canto 20)
DANTEs PARADISE: ANGELS. Dantes Paradise, the singing of the Blessed (Canto 20, lines 10-12) from his Divine Comedy: Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

DANTE ALIGHIERI (1265-1321). Italian poet. Steel engraving, 19th century

DANTE: PURGATORIO. Dante and Virgil are summoned by an angel to ascend to the fifth level of Purgatory (Canto XIX)
DANTE: PURGATORIO. Dante and Virgil are summoned by an angel to ascend to the fifth level of Purgatory (Canto XIX, lines 51-3). Wood engraving, 19th century, after Gustave Dore

DANTE: INFERNO. Paolo and Francesca (Canto V, lines 105-106). Wood engraving after Gustave Dore

DANTE: PARADISE. The Ninth Heaven. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

DANTE: PARADISE. The Vision of the Sixth Heaven (Canto 19, lines 1-3). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

DANTE: INFERNO. Unceasing was the play of wretched hands; Now this, now that way glancing, to shake off; The heat, still falling fresh. Wood engraving, 1861, after Gustave Dore

DANTE: INFERNO. My teacher sage; Aware, thrusting him back: Away! down there; To the other dogs
DANTE: INFERNO. My teacher sage; Aware, thrusting him back: " Away! down there; To the other dogs." Wood engraving, 1861, after Gustave Dore

DANTE: INFERNO. The stormy blast of hell; With restless fury drives the spirits on. Wood engraving, 1861, after Gustave Dore

House of Dante Alighieri in Florence
The House of Dante Alighieri in Florence, Italy Date: circa 1910s

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"Dante Alighieri: The Visionary Poet Behind the Divine Comedy" Step into the world of Dante Alighieri, the renowned Italian poet who crafted one of literature's most influential works - the Divine Comedy. With its intricate symbolism and vivid imagery, this epic poem takes readers on a journey through Hell (Inferno), Purgatory (Purgatorio), and Paradise (Paradiso). In Domenico di Michelino's iconic painting, Dante stands proudly beside his masterpiece, surrounded by scenes that unfold within its pages. His beloved Beatrice guides him through the Empyrean, leading him to the highest level of heaven. Gustave Doré's wood engravings bring Dante's words to life with stunning detail. From Charon, ferryman of the river Styx in Inferno, to the heavenly choir in Paradiso, these illustrations capture both darkness and divine beauty. Shirley Markham's depiction shows Dante alongside Virgil as they confront a three-headed monster - an encounter filled with danger and suspense, and is moments like these that test their courage as they navigate through various circles of Hell. Even in Oxford during 1904, Max Beerbohm humorously imagines Dante being questioned about his identity by a proctor. This playful portrayal reminds us that even centuries later, Dante continues to captivate our imagination. Dante Alighieri remains an enduring figure whose legacy transcends time. His poetic genius has left an indelible mark on literature and art alike. As we delve into his profound exploration of human nature and spirituality through the Divine Comedy, we are reminded of his unparalleled contribution to Western culture.