Buonconte Da Montefeltro by Gustave Dore

Buonconte Da Montefeltro 

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This illustration by Gustave Doré depicts Buonconte da Montefeltro, a character from Dante's *Purgatorio*. The scene illustrates a dramatic moment from the epic poem, where Buonconte's soul is saved by an angel after his death. Doré was famous for his detailed and dramatic illustrations that brought literary classics to life. The image is characterized by the use of chiaroscuro, where light and dark contrast sharply, and the dynamic lines of the angel's wings and Buonconte's fallen body. *Buonconte da Montefeltro*, created using wood engraving, showcases Doré's technical skill and his ability to capture the essence of literary works.

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