Comes on an old man, hoary white with eld, (Canto III., line 77)

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"Comes on an old man, hoary white with eld" (Canto III., line 77) is an illustration by the renowned French artist Gustave Doré, created as part of his extensive series of works for Dante Alighieri's epic poem, "The Divine Comedy." This particular piece corresponds to a moment in the third canto of "Inferno," where Dante, accompanied by the poet Virgil, encounters the character of Charon, the mythological ferryman of Hades who transports the souls of the deceased across the river Acheron into the realm of the underworld.

Doré's illustration captures the scene described by Dante, where Charon, depicted as an elderly man with white hair, indicative of his ancient existence, approaches the poets. The line "Comes on an old man, hoary white with eld" is a direct quote from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's translation of the Divine Comedy, reflecting the aged appearance of Charon as he comes forth to challenge the living Dante's presence among the dead.

Gustave Doré was known for his detailed and imaginative engravings, which often brought to life the scenes of classic literature. His works for "The Divine Comedy," completed in the 19th century, are among his most famous and are still widely recognized for their dramatic interpretation of Dante's narrative. Doré's illustrations were instrumental in visualizing the complex and allegorical world of Dante's poem for contemporary audiences and continue to influence the way the text is imagined and understood.

This illustration, like many others by Doré, is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, use of dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, and its ability to convey the emotional intensity of the scene. Doré's "Comes on an old man, hoary white with eld" is a testament to his skill as an artist and his profound impact on the visual arts, particularly in the realm of literary illustration.

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