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)
