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Individual Artists - The Dore Gallery: His 120 Greatest Illustrations (Dover Pictorial Archives)

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Book Synopsis:

This superb compilation showcases the art of Gustave Doré, one of the nineteenth century's most prolific and successful book illustrators. Brimming with stunning images created to accompany the world's greatest literature, this volume compiles the very finest and most famous plates from Doré's work.

Scores of magnificent, finely wrought engravings feature such dramatic and powerful scenes as Don Quixote tilting at windmills, Christ driving the money-changers from the temple, Moses destroying the tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments, and Charon rowing his ferry to the gates of Hell. Sources include immortal stories ranging from Milton's Paradise Lost and Dante's Divine Comedy to Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Poe's "The Raven," and more than a dozen other books.

For graphic artists and designers, this collection will provide an outstanding assortment of royalty-free images. For lovers of art and literature, these inspired plates will provide the definitive imagery of a host of literary classics.

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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Gustave Doré with The Dore Gallery: His 120 Greatest Illustrations. This extraordinary book showcases the remarkable talent of one of the nineteenth century's most renowned book illustrators. As you turn the pages, you'll be awestruck by the stunning images that brought to life the greatest works of literature. From Don Quixote's unforgettable quest to Moses' dramatic encounter with the tablets of the Ten Commandments, Doré's engravings vividly capture the essence of these timeless stories.

Each plate in this magnificent compilation has been carefully curated to bring you the very best of Doré's work. You'll be transported to the realms of Milton's Paradise Lost, Dante's Divine Comedy, and Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner, among others. Whether you're a graphic artist in search of inspiration or a literature lover yearning for visual interpretations of your favorite classics, this collection is a treasure trove of royalty-free images that will ignite your imagination.

Unlock the power of visual storytelling and let Doré's masterpieces whisk you away to a world where words and images intertwine. With The Dore Gallery: His 120 Greatest Illustrations, you'll experience the definitive imagery of literary classics and gain a deeper appreciation for the art that has influenced generations. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of history and embark on a journey through the imagination of one of the greatest illustrators of all time.

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