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Arriving in Hell, 17th century woodcut
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Arriving in Hell, 17th century woodcut
Arrival in Hell. 17th century woodcut illustration depicting a group of men arriving in Hell and being met by The Devil. This illustration comes from Compendium maleficarum by Maria Guazzo, published in Milan in 1626
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1600s 17th Century After Life Arrival Belief Death Devil Drawing Eternal Greeting Hell Horizontal Punishment Wood Cut 1626 Beelzebub Damnation Hades Literal Mono Chrome Old Nick Satan
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Arriving in Hell, a chilling glimpse into the 17th century's perception of the afterlife. This haunting woodcut illustration from Maria Guazzo's Compendium maleficarum transports us to a time when faith and fear intertwined, revealing mankind's deepest anxieties about eternal damnation. In this monochromatic masterpiece, we witness a group of men stepping foot into the abyss, their faces etched with terror as they are greeted by none other than The Devil himself. With intricate details expertly carved into every line and shadow, this drawing captures the essence of their despair. The landscape surrounding them is stark white, symbolizing purity lost forever. It serves as an eerie backdrop to their impending punishment for sins committed during their mortal existence. Beelzebub lurks in the background, his presence casting a sinister aura over this literal depiction of hellish torment. Created in 1626 Milan, this woodcut stands as a testament to humanity's enduring belief in an afterlife filled with retribution and suffering. Todd-White Art Photography has preserved this historical artifact for all to behold—a reminder that even centuries later, our fascination with death and what lies beyond continues to captivate our imagination.
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