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Dante, 1919 (oil on canvas)
659129 Dante, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Delville, Jean (1867-1953); 142.2x177.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dante. Jean Delville (1867-1953). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1919. 142.2 x 177.8cm. Illustration to Canto XXVIII of Purgatory'. The poet meets Mathilda in the wood of the Earthly Paradise and she makes him drink from the river Lethe to purge himself of past sins and prepare for passage to Paradise.); Photo © Christie's Images
Media ID 38094766
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Dante" and created by Jean Delville in 1919, transports viewers into the enchanting world of Dante's "Purgatory." The artist skillfully captures a pivotal moment from Canto XXVIII, where the poet encounters Mathilda in the wood of the Earthly Paradise. As Mathilda offers Dante water from the river Lethe to cleanse him of past sins before his passage to Paradise, her angelic presence radiates wisdom and guidance.
Delville's masterful depiction of this scene not only showcases his exceptional talent as a painter but also immerses us in a realm where fantasy meets spirituality. The intricate details in this artwork, from the lush woodland setting to the ethereal figures of Dante and Mathilda, invite us to explore their journey through purgatory with them.
As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, we are reminded of the power of art to transport us beyond our reality and into realms unknown. Delville's interpretation of Dante's encounter with Mathilda is both captivating and thought-provoking, inviting us to reflect on themes such as redemption, forgiveness, and spiritual transformation.
This print by Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate Delville's work up close and marvel at the beauty and complexity of this early twentieth-century masterpiece.
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