Dante and Vergil in the Underworld 1894 - 1932

"Dante and Vergil in the Underworld" is an abstract oil painting on canvas by Danish artist Edvard Weie, created between 1894 and 1932. The painting features a swirling mass of abstract shapes and colors, primarily browns, greens, and reds, that evoke a sense of movement and intensity. Weie's bold brushstrokes and expressive use of color create a dynamic and visually arresting composition. The title suggests a connection to Dante Alighieri's epic poem "Inferno," which describes a journey through the nine circles of hell, although the abstract nature of the painting leaves the interpretation open to the viewer's imagination. This artwork is currently part of the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.