Publius Vergillus Maro Collection

Dante and Virgil with three-headed monster, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Dante and Virgil with three-headed monster, 1951. Design for illustration to Dantes " Divine Comedy". Shirley Markham (1931-1999)

Dante and Virgil at the edge of the abyss from which a foetid smell steamed up, 1863. Artist: Gustave Dore
Dante and Virgil at the edge of the abyss from which a foetid smell steamed up, 1863. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil

Dante protected by Virgil from harm by demons, 1863. Artist: Gustave Dore
Dante protected by Virgil from harm by demons, 1863. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil, and in his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy)

Dante and Virgil beset by demons on their passage through the eighth circle, 1861. Artist: Gustave Dore
Dante and Virgil beset by demons on their passage through the eighth circle, 1861. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil, and in his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy)

Mercury, sent by Jupiter... late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Thornton
Mercury, sent by Jupiter... late 18th-early 19th century....ordering Calypso, Queen of the Island Ogygia, in the Ausonian Sea, to let Ulysses proceed on his Voyage for Ithaca

Menalcas, Damoetas and Palaemon, 5th century, (1849). Creator: Walter
Menalcas, Damoetas and Palaemon, 5th century, (1849). A scene from Virgils " Eclogue III", featuring Menalcas, Damoetas and Palaemon with sheep

Dante and Virgil with giant, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Dante and Virgil with giant, 1951. Design for illustration to Dantes " Divine Comedy". Shirley Markham (1931-1999)

Camilla slaying Aunus, 1653. Creator: Francis Cleyn
Camilla slaying Aunus, 1653. Scene from Virgils Aeneid, showing the Amazon-like maiden warrior Camilla killing Aunus, or possibly his son

Turnus before Latinus, early 17th century. Creator: Francis Cleyn
Turnus before Latinus, early 17th century. Scene from Virgils Aeneid: Turnus King of the Rutuli appears before King Latinus, seated on his throne

Dus deerlyk fneuvelde Kartagoos koningin?, 1668. Artist: Gerard de Lairesse
Dus deerlyk fneuvelde Kartagoos koningin?, 1668. Dus deerlyk fneuvelde Kartagoos koningin. Men fchrikke, en wachte zich voor d onegbonde min, 1668

Heinrich Schliemann, (1822-1890), German archaeologist, 1893
Heinrich Schliemann, (1822-1890), German businessman and a pioneer of field archaeology, 1893. Schliemann was an archaeological excavator of Hissarlik, now presumed to be the site of Troy

The tomb of Virgil, near Naples, Italy, 1788. Artist: Thomas Prattent
The tomb of Virgil, near Naples, Italy, 1788

Virgil and the Muses, Roman mosaic from Sousse, Tunisia, 3rd century AD. Located in the collection of the Bardo Museum, Tunisia

Tityrus playing the pipes, 5th century. Illustration from Vergils Bucolics in the Codex Vergilius Romanus, collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana, Vatican Library

The Apotheosis of Homer, 1827. Artist: Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
The Apotheosis of Homer, 1827. Homer, the Greek epic poet who lived during the 8th century BC, is being crowned as an immortal

Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Artist: Gustave Dore
Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and his guide, Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil

Ploughing with oxen, sowing seed broadcast and harrowing, 18th century. In the background agricultural tools are being made from wood

Beekeepers preparing to take a swarm, 18th century. At the bottom of the tree are straw beehives (skeps) used in the apiary

Sheep, cattle, horses and goats, 18th century. In the foreground a horse and a cow are being assessed by farmers, while in the right background a shepherd plays on pan pipes as he

Virgil (79-19 BC), Roman poet. Virgil (Publius Vergillus Maro) was the author of Aeneid and Georgics

Roman mosaic of Virgil, 1st century
Roman mosaic of Virgil (October 15, 70 BC - September 21, 19 BC) from Bardo Museums collection, Tunisia, 1st century

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"Publius Vergilius Maro: Exploring the Depths of Artistic Interpretation" In the realm of art, few figures have captivated the imagination quite like Publius Vergilius Maro, better known as Virgil. From Dante's epic poem to stunning visual representations by renowned artists such as Shirley Markham, William-Adolphe Bouguereau, and Gustave Dore, Virgil's presence is felt throughout history. One cannot help but be enthralled by the iconic image of Dante and Virgil standing before a three-headed monster in Shirley Markham's masterpiece from 1951. The intensity in their eyes reflects their determination to conquer any obstacle that stands in their way. Similarly, Bouguereau's 1850 portrayal of Dante and Virgil in Hell transports us into the depths of despair. Their expressions convey both empathy for those suffering around them and an unwavering resolve to navigate through this infernal landscape. Gustave Dore further immerses us into Dante's Inferno with his haunting illustrations from 1863. As we stand at the edge of an abyss emitting a foul stench, we can almost taste the putrid air ourselves. Yet amidst this darkness, there is solace knowing that Virgil will shield Dante from harm when confronted by menacing demons. The artistic journey continues with Thornton's depiction of Mercury sent by Jupiter during the late 18th-early 19th century. This celestial intervention adds another layer to our understanding of Virgil's role as a guide and protector on Dante's perilous voyage. Walter brings forth Menalcas, Damoetas, and Palaemon from ancient times in his work from 1849. These characters serve as reminders that even within classical literature itself lies inspiration for future generations seeking enlightenment through artistry. Shirley Markham once again captures our attention with her portrayal of Dante and Virgil facing a colossal giant in 1951.