All hope abandon, ye who enter here. (Canto III., line 9)

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"All Hope Abandon, Ye Who Enter Here" is a renowned illustration by the French artist Gustave Doré, created as part of his extensive series of works for Dante Alighieri's epic poem, "The Divine Comedy." This particular piece corresponds to a line from Canto III, line 9, of "Inferno," the first part of the trilogy, where Dante, accompanied by the Roman poet Virgil, stands before the gates of Hell. The inscription above the gate, as translated into English, reads: "All hope abandon, ye who enter here," serving as a grim welcome to the souls entering the inferno.

Gustave Doré (1832–1883) was a prolific engraver, artist, illustrator, and sculptor, known 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 celebrated works, showcasing his ability to capture the poem's complex themes, characters, and settings with profound depth and darkness. Doré's illustrations significantly contributed to the visual interpretation of Dante's text, influencing not only the arts but also the popular understanding of the poem.

The illustration "All Hope Abandon, Ye Who Enter Here" is emblematic of Doré's mastery in conveying emotion and narrative through his art. It depicts the despair and hopelessness of the souls condemned to Hell, encapsulated by the foreboding entrance and the ominous warning inscribed above it. Doré's use of light and shadow, along with his attention to detail, evokes a sense of overwhelming dread and sets the tone for the infernal journey that lies ahead in the poem.

This work, like many of Doré's illustrations for "The Divine Comedy," has been reproduced in numerous editions of the poem and has had a lasting impact on the visual arts, literature, and popular culture. It exemplifies Doré's skill in bringing literary texts to life and his significant contribution to the visual interpretation of classic literature.

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