“Thais,” created by Gustave Doré, is an illustration that belongs to the Romanticism art movement. The artwork is part of a series based on “The Divine Comedy” by Dante Alighieri.
In the artwork, Gustave Doré captures a scene set in a rocky, desolate landscape. The illustration portrays several subdued figures in torment, emphasizing their anguish and despair through expressive postures and gestures. Amidst the chaos, two central, robed figures stand on rocky terrain, their solemn expressions and gestures contrasting with the suffering figures below. The meticulous detailing and dramatic contrasts enhance the emotional gravity, reflecting the Romanticism era’s focus on intense emotion and sublime nature.
