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Inferno, Canto 5 : The soul of Francesca Da Rimini speaks to Dante
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Inferno, Canto 5 : The soul of Francesca Da Rimini speaks to Dante
GIA745731 Inferno, Canto 5 : The soul of Francesca Da Rimini speaks to Dante, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian author and poet. Divina Commedia.); eGiancarlo Costa; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23307918
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a scene from Dante Alighieri's "Inferno, Canto 5" beautifully illustrated by Gustave Dore in 1885. The image depicts the soul of Francesca Da Rimini speaking to Dante as they journey through the depths of Hell. Francesca, an Italian noblewoman known for her tragic love affair, is seen here pouring out her heart to Dante, recounting the story of her forbidden romance that led to their eternal damnation. The digitally colored engraving brings this powerful moment to life, evoking a sense of both anguish and longing. Dante Alighieri himself stands beside Francesca, his face filled with empathy and understanding as he listens intently to her tale. This illustration perfectly captures the essence of their encounter - a meeting between two souls bound by shared suffering and remorse. The intricate details in this artwork transport us back to the medieval period when adultery was severely punished and infidelity was considered a grave sin. Through this visual representation, we are reminded of the consequences that can arise from succumbing to temptation. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, we are drawn into the world of Dante's Divine Comedy - a timeless masterpiece that explores themes of love, redemption, and human frailty. It serves as a poignant reminder that our choices have far-reaching consequences and that even in Hell's darkest corners, there is room for compassion and understanding.
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