The Embarkation of the Souls 

"The Embarkation of the Souls" is a powerful wood engraving created by Gustave Doré, a renowned French artist. The artwork depicts a scene from Dante's Inferno, showcasing the ferryman Charon transporting the souls of the dead across the River Styx to the underworld. Doré’s mastery of detail and dramatic composition vividly portrays the harrowing journey of the souls, their desperation to reach the other side palpable in the engraving’s stark lines and shadows. This work is a testament to Doré's ability to bring literary narratives to life with striking visual intensity.