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The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861. " Noi ci appressammo a quel proud snelle
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The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861. " Noi ci appressammo a quel proud snelle
PCT4265376 The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861. " Noi ci appressammo a quel proud snelle. (We are approaching these nimble monsters)". Chant 12, v. 76. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Centaurs throw arrows against damns coming out of the Styx marshes. Engraving from The Hell by Dante Alighieri (the Divine Comedie) illustrated by Gustave Dore. French edition of 1861. " Noi ci appressammo a quel proud snelle. (We are approaching these nimble monsters)". Chant 12, v. 76.)
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This engraving from Gustave Dore's illustrations of Dante Alighieri's "The Divine Comedy" transports us to the depths of Hell, where we witness a fierce battle between Centaurs and damned souls emerging from the Styx marshes. The scene is filled with tension as the Centaurs, half-man and half-horse creatures known for their strength and agility, hurl arrows at the oncoming damns.
Dore's intricate details bring this epic moment to life, capturing the chaos and violence of this infernal realm. The French artist's skillful hand brings out every nuance of emotion in both the attackers and their targets, creating a sense of urgency that leaps off the page.
As we gaze upon this print, we can almost hear the clash of weapons and cries of pain echoing through the murky waters. It serves as a reminder of Dante's vivid imagination and his ability to create haunting images that have stood the test of time.
This engraving is not just a work of art but a window into a world beyond our own, where good and evil collide in an eternal struggle. It is a testament to Dore's talent as an illustrator and his dedication to bringing Dante's vision to life for generations to come.
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