The Inferno, Canto 23, lines 92-94: "Tuscan, who visitest The college of the mourning hypocrites, Disdain not to instruct us who thou art."

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"The Inferno, Canto 23, lines 92-94" is a notable illustration by the French artist Gustave Doré, part of his extensive series of works for Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." This particular piece visually interprets a scene from the 23rd canto of "Inferno," where the protagonist, Dante, is addressed by the hypocrites he encounters in the eighth circle of Hell. The lines, "Tuscan, who visitest the college of the mourning hypocrites, disdain not to instruct us who thou art," are spoken to Dante by the damned souls, who are curious about the identity of the living poet traversing the depths of the afterlife.

Gustave Doré (1832–1883) was a prolific engraver, artist, illustrator, and sculptor, known especially for his detailed and imaginative illustrations of major literary works. His illustrations for "The Divine Comedy" were completed in 1861 and are among his most famous and celebrated works. Doré's illustrations have been highly influential, shaping the visual representation of Dante's narrative for generations. They are characterized by their dramatic use of light and shadow, intricate detail, and the ability to convey the emotional intensity of the text.

In this particular illustration, Doré captures the essence of the hypocrites' plea to Dante, encapsulating the themes of deceit and the desire for recognition even in the afterlife. The hypocrites are depicted in heavy leaden cloaks, gilded on the outside to represent the false sanctity and the burdensome nature of their sins. Doré's work on "The Divine Comedy" remains a significant artistic achievement and continues to be a reference point for artists, scholars, and readers interested in Dante's epic poem.

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