An Introduction to the Literary Illustrations of Gustave Doré
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An Introduction to the Literary Illustrations of Gustave Doré

Paul Gustave Louis Christophe Doré, or Gustav Doré, was an incredibly talented and influential artist best known for creating iconic illustrations to accompany famous texts. He was a prolific artist, and his body of work is estimated to number 10,000 pieces. His drawings, etchings and paintings have been admired worldwide for centuries. Read more about this prolific artist and his fascinating creative practice.