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To the gate he came, and with his wand touch d it, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
To the gate he came, and with his wand touch d it, whereat open without impediment it flew, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil pass through the gate of Dis. Illustration from " The Vision of Hell" (Inferno), the first part of " The Divine Comedy" (La divina commedia) by Dante Alighieri. This long, narrative poem, written in Italian c1308-1321, tracing Dantes imaginary journey from Hell, through Purgatory and finally to Heaven and a beatific vision of God, has been published numerous times. This edition, published late 19th century, is illustrated by Gustave Dore. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, c1890]
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To the gate he came, and with his wand touched it, whereat open without impediment it flew
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. This print, created by Gustave Doré in 1890, captures a pivotal moment from Dante Alighieri's epic poem "The Divine Comedy". In this illustration from "The Vision of Hell" (Inferno), we witness Dante and the Roman poet Virgil as they pass through the imposing gate of Dis. Doré's intricate engraving beautifully depicts the magical encounter between these two literary figures and the mystical entrance to Hell. The winged figure guarding the gate adds an ethereal touch to this haunting scene. With his wand in hand, our protagonist effortlessly opens the gate, symbolizing their journey into darkness. "The Divine Comedy" is a timeless masterpiece that takes readers on a profound exploration of human existence and spirituality. Written between 1308-1321 in Italian by Dante Alighieri, this narrative poem follows Dante's imaginary odyssey through Hell, Purgatory, and finally Heaven. It culminates in a beatific vision of God. Gustave Doré's illustrations have become synonymous with "The Divine Comedy", breathing life into its vivid imagery for generations of readers. His detailed artwork brings forth both beauty and terror as he visually interprets Dante's words. This particular edition published in the late 19th century showcases Doré's exceptional talent as an artist. Through his masterful engravings like this one capturing Dante at Dis' Gate, Doré continues to transport us into realms beyond imagination while honoring one of literature's greatest works.
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