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The boat of souls and the entrance of Dante and Virgil in the mountain of Purgatory
LRI4573649 The boat of souls and the entrance of Dante and Virgil in the mountain of Purgatory - Fresco, 19th century by Koch, Joseph Anton (1768-1839); Casino Massimo, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Representation of Dante and Virgil, the boat of souls and the entrance of Dante and Virgil in the mountain of Purgatory Illustration of " The Divine Comedy" (La Divina Commedia) by Dante Alighieri - Fresco by Joseph Anton Koch (1768-1839) Rome Casino Massimo); Luisa Ricciarini; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23715492
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a mesmerizing fresco titled "The boat of souls and the entrance of Dante and Virgil in the mountain of Purgatory" by Joseph Anton Koch. The artwork, located at Casino Massimo in Rome, Italy, beautifully illustrates a scene from Dante Alighieri's epic poem "The Divine Comedy". In this image, we see Dante and his guide Virgil standing at the entrance of the mountain of Purgatory. They are about to embark on a treacherous journey through this realm where souls undergo purification before reaching heaven. A magnificent aureole surrounds them, symbolizing their divine protection. A small boat floats nearby, representing the vessel that will transport these souls across the river separating them from their purgatorial destination. As they prepare to board, an angelic figure stands guard over them while monstrous creatures lurk in the background. Koch's skillful brushstrokes bring life to this imaginary world created by Dante's poetic genius. The artist expertly captures both the ethereal beauty and haunting atmosphere present in Alighieri's literary masterpiece. This 19th-century fresco not only showcases Koch's artistic talent but also pays homage to one of Italy's greatest writers. It serves as a reminder of how literature can inspire visual art and vice versa, bridging different forms of expression across time periods. Luisa Ricciarini has impeccably captured this remarkable artwork through her lens, preserving its intricate details for all admirers to appreciate for generations
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