“The Hypocrites” is an illustration by Gustave Doré, crafted within the Romanticism art movement. This artwork is part of the illustrious series “The Divine Comedy.”
The artwork captures a somber, monochromatic scene depicting a line of cloaked individuals with hoods drawn low over their faces, symbolizing the hypocrites from Dante Alighieri’s “Divine Comedy.” The central focus is on two figures engaged in a solemn conversation, standing apart from the hooded crowd. The somber and foreboding atmosphere is further emphasized by the dark, looming background and the stark contrasts in the characters’ attire. The detailed line work and shading techniques exemplify Doré’s skill in mood manipulation and intricate illustrations, rendering a powerful visual representation of this particular canto of Dante’s work.
