Doré's Illustrations for Don Quixote - Gustave Doré - Dover Fine Art, History of Art

Doré's Illustrations for Don Quixote by Gustave Doré presents a substantial selection of the artist’s work inspired by Cervantes’ satire. This paperback volume forms part of the Dover Fine Art, History of Art series from Dover Publications Inc.

Key details

• Author: Gustave Doré
• Series: Dover Fine Art, History of Art
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 160
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc
• Publication date: 1 February 2000

Synopsis

Doré’s response to Cervantes’ satire is described as so closely aligned that, among many artists’ interpretations, his has become the standard. The book brings together 190 wood-engraved plates, including 120 full-page images, with scenes ranging from charging a windmill and journeys across Spanish plains, valleys and mountains to ghostly visions of dragons, knights and a flaming lake.

Noted for detailed observation, the illustrations include carefully rendered costumes and architecture, and are accompanied by captions. Categorised as art: general, this edition suits readers and collectors interested in classic illustration and art history.

Rackhams Reference : 29KU9HVAN9