The artwork titled “The Gluttons” is an illustration created by Gustave Doré, a prominent artist associated with the Romanticism movement. This particular piece is part of Doré’s series illustrating “The Divine Comedy.”
In the artwork, a scene from Dante Alighieri’s epic poem “The Divine Comedy” is vividly depicted. The illustration portrays a group of emaciated, tormented souls, recognized as the gluttons, who are being guided by two central figures, one of whom is likely Dante himself. The desolate atmosphere is emphasized by the stark contrast between the dark, dense foliage in the background and the pale figures in the foreground. The figures’ expressions and sunken forms reflect their suffering and penance. Doré’s meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow brings to life the harrowing experiences endured by these souls in the infernal realms described by Dante.
