Francesca et Paolo purse
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A stunning purse by Voglio Bene, featuring richly detailed imagery printed on polyester fabric. The front and back display different prints, and the piece is finished with a zip closure and lined interior.
- Voglio Bene, made in France
- Size: 9.5 × 14 cm
- Weight: 30 g
Francesca da Rimini and Paolo Malatesta are characters from Dante Alighieri's "Divine Drama", especially its first part, Inferno. Their story is a famous depiction of tragic love. Francesca was married to Gianciotto Malatesta, but fell in love with Gianciotto's brother, Paolo. Their secret relationship was revealed when Gianciotto surprised them together and killed them both.
This story has been interpreted in many ways in art, literature and music, often depicting forbidden love and its fatal consequences. The characters of Francesca and Paolo are iconic examples of the tragedy of love and the power of passion, which can transcend even the boundaries of life. Their story speaks deeply, dealing with questions of emotion and fate.
Symbolism is by nature multilayered, unfolding in a range of interpretations that each person may approach from their own perspective, thus deepening the understanding of the symbol’s many dimensions.
