Citings & Sightings of Dante's Works in Contemporary Culture
“Our Dante Wall Mirror is the definition of minimalistic style. With the idea that “less is more,” this mirror features a long, oval shape and is partially trimmed in a flat, stainless steel frame in a striking polished rose gold. This design provides a contemporary flair that is sure to be that conversation piece.” –Overstock
“Nel mezzo del cammin di nostra vita… lo aiutammo a ritrovar la diritta via smarrita per la sua nuova casa! Adotta Dante Alighieri, interamente fatto a mano con filato acrilico e imbottito di ovatta.” –description posted by SuperGiStore on Etsy (last accessed October 29, 2021)
The seller’s description cites Inferno 1.1-3: “Nel mezzo del cammin di nostra vita / mi ritrovai per una selva oscura, / ché la diritta via era smarrita.”
Contributed by Lorenzo Coveri
The Morgan Library in New York has reopened the McKim Building containing, among much else, a Dante lunette which is also the basis for an ornament on sale at their shop.
Contributed by Patrick Molloy
“Beautiful furniture with soul” [. . .] –Suzanne and Dante Corsano, Gallery Walk
Contributed by Roy Young (Bowdoin, ’03)
All submissions will be considered for posting. Bibliographic references and scholarly essays are also welcome for consideration.
Coggeshall, Elizabeth, and Arielle Saiber, eds. Dante Today: Citings and Sightings of Dante’s Works in Contemporary Culture. Website. Access date.
