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The Circle of the Falsifiers: Dante and Virgil Covering their Noses because of the Stench
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The Circle of the Falsifiers: Dante and Virgil Covering their Noses because of the Stench
995617 The Circle of the Falsifiers: Dante and Virgil Covering their Noses because of the Stench, Inferno, Canto XXIX, illustration to the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, c.1827-38 (engraving) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 40.4x55.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: The Divine Comedy (Italian: Divina Commedia) is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321. It is divided into three parts: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso.); eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22248978
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Alighieri Canto Circle Comedy Dante Divine Inferno Noses Purgatory Romanticism Romanticist Sinner Sinners Sins Smell Stench Underworld Virgil Falsifiers Fetid Xxix
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In this print titled "The Circle of the Falsifiers: Dante and Virgil Covering their Noses because of the Stench" we are transported into the depths of Dante Alighieri's Inferno, as visualized by William Blake. The scene depicts a moment from Canto XXIX of Dante's Divine Comedy, where the poet and his guide, Virgil, find themselves in the circle inhabited by falsifiers. As they traverse through this putrid realm, both figures are seen holding their noses tightly due to the overwhelming stench that fills the air. The engraving skillfully captures their expressions of disgust and discomfort, emphasizing not only their physical repulsion but also symbolizing their moral aversion towards deceit. Blake's intricate attention to detail brings forth a sense of realism amidst fantastical elements. The dark shadows cast upon Dante and Virgil intensify the eerie atmosphere surrounding them. Through his masterful use of light and shadow, Blake effectively conveys both the literal foulness present in this circle and its metaphorical representation as a place for those who have corrupted truth. This print serves as a testament to Blake's artistic prowess within Romanticism while paying homage to one of Italy's greatest literary works. It invites viewers to delve deeper into Dante Alighieri's epic poem - exploring themes such as sin, redemption, and divine justice - all while immersing ourselves in an imaginative world filled with vivid characters and unforgettable scenes.
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