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Dante in Purgatory Sees The Vision of Beatrice, c1930. Creator: Unknown
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Dante in Purgatory Sees The Vision of Beatrice, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Dante in Purgatory Sees The Vision of Beatrice, c1930. Italian author Dante Alighieri and the Roman poet Virgil looking at a vision Beatrice Portinari. After a page from a manuscript version of the " Divine Comedy" by Dante, illustrated by Sandro Botticelli, c1481. From " The Worlds Story, a Simple History for Boys and Girls", by Elizabeth O Neill. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London & Edinburgh, c1930]
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Alessandro Alessandro Botticelli Alessandro Di Filipepi Alessandro Di Mariano Alessandro Di Mariano Di Vanni Filipepi Alessandro Di Mariano Filipepi Alessandro Filipepi Aligheri Alighieri Beatrice Beatrice Portinari Botticelli Bottichelli Dante Dante Aligheri Dante Alighieri Di Filipepi Divina Commedia Divine Comedy Elizabeth Elizabeth Oneill Elizabeth Speakman Filipepi Il Botticello Jack Oneill Portinari Publius Publius Vergilius Maro Purgatory Sandro Sandro Botticelli Sandro Bottichelli Speakman Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Vergil Vergilio Vergilius Maro Virgil Vision Purgatorio
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This print captures a moment of profound significance from Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy". In this scene, the Italian author himself stands alongside the Roman poet Virgil, gazing upon a vision of Beatrice Portinari. The image is based on an illustration by Sandro Botticelli, dating back to the 15th century. Dante, known for his poetic masterpiece that explores the realms of Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, finds himself in Purgatory where he encounters Beatrice. She appears as an ethereal apparition before him, representing divine love and guiding him towards salvation. The photograph beautifully conveys the timeless allure of this literary encounter. It transports us back to a distant era when art and literature intertwined seamlessly. The monochrome palette adds depth to the composition while emphasizing its historical context. Elizabeth O'Neill's book "The World's Story" brings this iconic moment to life for both boys and girls alike. Through her simple history narrative, she introduces young readers to Dante's extraordinary journey through various realms. This print serves as a testament to the enduring power of literature and art across centuries. It invites viewers to delve into Dante Alighieri's imaginative world while appreciating Alessandro Botticelli's artistic interpretation.
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