Transformation into Snakes 

"Transformation into Snakes" is a powerful illustration created by the renowned artist Gustave Doré, born in 1832 and who passed away in 1883. The artwork, rendered in dramatic black and white, depicts a scene from Dante's Inferno, Canto XXV, where the sinners of the eighth circle of Hell are transformed into snakes. Doré's illustration captures the grotesque and horrifying nature of this punishment, with the figures writhing in agony as they are consumed by serpents. The scene is set in a dark and cavernous landscape, emphasizing the bleakness and despair of the underworld. This illustration is a striking example of Doré's mastery of detail and his ability to bring Dante's words to life.