Love brought us to one death: Caina waits (Canto V., line 105)

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"Love brought us to one death: Caina waits (Canto V., line 105)" is an evocative illustration by the renowned French artist Gustave Doré, created as part of his extensive series of engravings for Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." This particular piece is part of Doré's illustrations for the "Inferno" section of the epic poem, which vividly depicts the harrowing journey of Dante through the nine circles of Hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil.

Gustave Doré, born in 1832, was a prolific artist known for his dramatic and detailed engravings. His illustrations for the "Divine Comedy," first published in 1861, are among his most celebrated works and have significantly influenced the visual interpretation of Dante's masterpiece. Doré's ability to capture the intense emotions and dark atmospheres of the poem has made his illustrations enduringly popular.

The line "Love brought us to one death: Caina waits" refers to the tragic story of Paolo and Francesca, two lovers condemned to the second circle of Hell for their adulterous affair. In Canto V of "Inferno," Dante encounters the souls of the lustful, who are eternally swept about in a violent storm, symbolizing the power of their passions. Francesca recounts their tale of forbidden love and subsequent murder by her husband, Giovanni Malatesta, also known as Gianciotto. The mention of "Caina" alludes to the first ring of the ninth circle of Hell, reserved for traitors to their kin, foreshadowing the eventual fate of Gianciotto.

Doré's illustration captures the poignant moment of Francesca's narration, emphasizing the sorrow and eternal punishment of the lovers. His use of light and shadow, along with meticulous attention to detail, brings a haunting realism to the scene, evoking the despair and hopelessness of the damned souls. This illustration, like many others in Doré's series, serves as a powerful visual companion to Dante's text, enhancing the reader's experience of the "Divine Comedy" and solidifying Doré's legacy as a master illustrator.

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