Lucifer with Judas (Canto XXXI., lines 134)

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"Lucifer with Judas (Canto XXXI., lines 134)" is an illustration by the French artist Gustave Doré, created as part of his extensive series of works for Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." This particular piece corresponds to the thirty-first canto of the "Inferno," where Dante and his guide, Virgil, encounter Lucifer in the ninth and lowest circle of Hell. The illustration depicts the moment described in lines 134 of the canto, capturing the dramatic encounter with the colossal figure of Lucifer, who is portrayed as a monstrous being with three faces, each mouth clenching a traitor: Judas Iscariot, Brutus, and Cassius.

Gustave Doré (1832–1883) was a prolific and influential illustrator, printmaker, painter, and sculptor, known for his imaginative and richly detailed engravings. His work on the "Divine Comedy" is among his most celebrated and consists of 135 illustrations completed between 1857 and 1861. These illustrations have been highly regarded for their power to convey the emotional intensity and supernatural atmosphere of Dante's epic poem, and they have played a significant role in shaping the visual representation of the "Commedia" in the collective imagination.

Doré's "Lucifer with Judas" is emblematic of his masterful use of light and shadow, as well as his ability to render complex scenes with a dramatic flair. The illustration not only captures the physical horror of Lucifer and the damned souls but also evokes the despair and hopelessness of the infernal realm. Doré's work on the "Divine Comedy" was widely disseminated and remains influential; it has been reprinted in numerous editions of the poem and has inspired other artists and illustrators in their own interpretations of Dante's work.

The illustration is a testament to Doré's skill in visual storytelling and his capacity to translate literary descriptions into compelling visual art. It continues to be admired for its artistic merit and its contribution to the visual arts, as well as for its enduring impact on the interpretation of one of the most significant works of world literature.

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