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Inferno, Canto 26 : The flaming spirits of Ulysses and Diomedes (Diomede)
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Inferno, Canto 26 : The flaming spirits of Ulysses and Diomedes (Diomede)
GIA745695 Inferno, Canto 26 : The flaming spirits of Ulysses and Diomedes (Diomede), 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 22716952
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
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Inferno, Canto 26 - The Flaming Spirits of Ulysses and Diomedes
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a mesmerizing scene from Dante Alighieri's epic poem, "The Divine Comedy". Illustrated by Gustave Dore in 1885 and digitally colored, it depicts the intense encounter between two legendary figures - Ulysses and Diomedes. As flames engulf their ethereal forms, the spirits of these Greek heroes emit an otherworldly glow. Their expressions reveal a mix of determination and anguish as they navigate the treacherous depths of Hell. With intricate details brought to life through engraving techniques, every line seems to pulsate with energy. Ulysses, known for his cunning intellect during the Trojan War, stands tall with his iconic helmet adorned with wings. Beside him is Diomedes, renowned for his bravery on the battlefield. Together they embody both the glory and tragedy that define ancient mythology. This artwork transports us back to a distant era - a time when gods walked among mortals and legends were born. It invites us to delve into Dante's poetic masterpiece where mythological figures intertwine with human souls on their journey through damnation. Giancarlo Costa skillfully captures this moment in history through his lens, preserving its timeless allure for generations to come. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of our own mortal struggles and how even heroes can be consumed by their desires or misguided ambitions. Let this image serve as a reminder that within each flame lies both destruction and redemption – an eternal dance between lightness and darkness that echoes throughout eternity.
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