The artwork, titled “The Embarkation of the Souls,” is a creation by the artist Gustave Doré, a notable figure within the Romanticism art movement. This illustration belongs to the genre of illustrative art and is part of the series “The Divine Comedy.”
The illustration depicts a dramatic and intense scene where numerous souls are being guided towards a foreboding destination by a central figure wielding a large oar, identified as Charon in the accompanying text. The landscape is haunting, with jagged cliffs in the background and turbulent waters in the foreground. The souls are in various states of despair and agitation, reflecting the turmoil of their journey. The imagery is dark and evocative, exemplifying Doré’s mastery in bringing literary works to life.
