Paul Gustave Dore Collection (page 8)

Paul Gustave Dore, French artist, (1912). Portrait of Dore (1832-1883), engraver and illustrator

Spaniards, 1886

Shepherd of Alava, Spain, 1886

Illustration from the novel Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes, 1863. Artist: Gustave Dore
Illustration from the novel Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes, 1863. Found in the collection of the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

History of Holy Russia. A great ball in the Winter Palace, 1854. Artist: Gustave Dore
History of Holy Russia. A great ball in the Winter Palace, 1854. Found in the collection of the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

History of Holy Russia. Nicholas I makes a speech before the Guards, 1854. Artist: Gustave Dore
History of Holy Russia. Nicholas I makes a speech before the Guards, 1854. Found in the collection of the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

An International Punch, drawing for the magazine Le Journal pour Rire, 1849. Artist: Gustave Dore
An International Punch, drawing for the magazine Le Journal pour Rire, 1849. Found in the collection of the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

Storm on the Cervin Mountain, 19th century. Artist: Gustave Dore
Storm on the Cervin Mountain, 19th century

Lambeth Gas Works, 1872. Artist: Gustave Dore
Lambeth Gas Works, 1872. Showing gas retorts, coal pods and workers. From the 19th century, manufactured gas was made by the distillation of coal

Over London by Rail, 1872. Artist: Adolphe Francois Pannemaker
Over London by Rail, 1872. Men and women in the back yards of tenements in the East End of London, with a steam locomotive passing over a bridge in the background

Warehousing in the City, 1872. Artist: Adolphe Francois Pannemaker
Warehousing in the City, 1872; showing warehouse workers using rope pulleys to hoist barrels and packages at a warehouse in the City of London

Esther in the presence of Ahasuerus, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Esther in the presence of Ahasuerus, 1866. Esther (Haddash or Hadassah) coming into the presence of King Ahasuerus fainting in fear as she expects to die if it is discovered that she is a Jew

Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Artist: Gustave Dore
Charon the ferryman rowing to collect Dante and his guide, Virgil, to carry them across the Styx, 1861. Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was a great admirer of Virgil

Jesus raising Lazarus from his tomb, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Jesus raising Lazarus from his tomb, 1865-1866. From the Bible (John 2:43)

Judgement of Solomon, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Judgement of Solomon, 1866. From the Bible (I Kings 3.25)

Judas betraying Christ with a kiss, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Judas betraying Christ with a kiss, 1866. From the Bible (Matthew 26.9)

Samson and Delilah, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Samson and Delilah, 1866. Delilah the Philistine, learns from her lover, Samson the Israelite, that the secret of his great strength lies in his long hair. She then betrays him to her own people

The miraculous draught of fishes, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
The miraculous draught of fishes, 1866. In the New Testament gospels chronicling the life of Jesus Christ, there are a number of accounts of miracles

Christ healing the man sick of the palsy, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Christ healing the man sick of the palsy, 1866. In the New Testament gospels chronicling the life of Jesus Christ, there are a number of accounts of miracles of healing

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus, 1865-1866. From Gustave Dores Bible (Acts 9)

Heliodorus attempting to take treasure from the Temple at Jerusalem, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Heliodorus attempting to take treasure from the Temple at Jerusalem, 1865-1866. Heliodorus and his bodyguard are attacked by three angels, one of them riding a winged horse

Tobias with the Archangel Raphael, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Tobias with the Archangel Raphael, 1865-1866. Tobias with the Archangel who helped him catch fish which would miraculously restore his fathers eyesight. Plate from Gustave Dores Bible (Tobias 6.6)

The baptism of Christ, 1st century, (1865-1866). Artist: Gustave Dore
The baptism of Christ, 1st century, (1865-1866). St John the Baptist, wearing an animal skin, shown baptising Jesus. From the Bible (Matthew 3:15). (London, 1865-1866)

King Solomon welcoming the Queen of Sheba, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
King Solomon welcoming the Queen of Sheba, 1865-1866. From Gustave Dores illustrated Bible (I Kings10:2)

Wentworth Street, Whitechapel, London, 1872. A scene depicting life in the poor Jewish quarter of the city. From London: A Pilgrimage by Blanchard Jerrold and Gustave Dore. (London, 1872)

Dudley Street, Seven Dials, London, 1872. Unkempt, dirty children play in the street while a cab tries to drive through without crushing them

A City Thoroughfare, London, 1872. A scene of chaotic traffic congestion with a London policeman trying to get vehicles moving. From London: A Pilgrimage by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Christ mocked and the Crown of Thorns placed on his head. Artist: Gustave Dore
Christ mocked and the Crown of Thorns placed on his head. From Gustave Dores illustrated Bible, 1866

The Workmens Train, 1872. This picture shows steam trains at Gower Street station on the Metropolitan (underground) railway which opened in 1863. Workers hurry to catch their morning train to work

Jacob, keeping Labans flocks, sees Rachel at the well, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Jacob, keeping Labans flocks, sees Rachel at the well. From the Bible (Genesis 29)

Ruth embracing her mother-in-law Naomi and promising to stay with her now they are bereaved, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Ruth embracing her mother-in-law Naomi and promising to stay with her now they are bereaved, 1866. From the Bible (Ruth 1.14)

Esther (c450 BC) before her husband King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) of Persia, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Esther (c450 BC) before her husband King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) of Persia, 1866. She is denouncing Haman as the enemy who would have her and her people (the Jews) killed. From the Bible (Esther 1-10)

Angel showing Mary Magdalene and the other Mary Christs empty tomb, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Angel showing Mary Magdalene and the other Mary Christs empty tomb, 1865-1866. From the Bible (Mark 16.5)

Micah the Moreshite prophet preaching to the Israelites, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Micah the Moreshite prophet preaching to the Israelites, 1865-1866. For, behold, the Lord cometh forth... and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth

Jesus walking on the water, 1866
Jesus walking on the water, from Matthew 14:25. Illustration from Gustave Dores Bible, Wood engraving, 1866

Judas Maccabaeus leading Jewish army into battle
Judas (Jehudah) Maccabaeus (Maccabee), leader of the Jews from 166 BC leading his army into battle. 1 Maccabees 5. From Gustasve Dores illustrated Bible, 1866. Wood engraving

Pestilence, one of the Seven Plagues of Egypt, 1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
Pestilence, one of the Seven Plagues of Egypt, 1866. From the Bible (Exodus)

Bull Dogs, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Bull Dogs, 1872. Originally used for bull baiting made illegal in England by the Cruelty to Animals Act 1835. From " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Barnes Bridge, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Barnes Bridge, 1872. Spectators under Grade II listed Barnes Railway Bridge built 1849 by Joseph Locke, during a boat race on the River Thames. From, " LONDON

Now seest thou, son! The souls of those, whom anger overcame, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
Now seest thou, son! The souls of those, whom anger overcame, c1890. Dante and the Roman poet Virgil. Illustration from " The Vision of Hell" (Inferno)

Bard ! willingly I would address those two together coming, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
Bard ! willingly I would address those two together coming, which seem so light before the wind, c1890. Illustration from " The Vision of Hell" (Inferno)

Gustave Dores 19C engraving. Joseph interpreting the Dream. Copyright: aA
19th Century engraving by Paul Gustave Dore entitled: Joseph interpreting the Dream, France

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Paul Gustave Doré was a renowned French artist, engraver, and illustrator who left an indelible mark on the art world. His works spanned various genres and subjects, showcasing his immense talent and creativity. In "The Devils Acre - Westminster, " created in 1872, Doré captures the gritty reality of London's underworld with haunting precision. The dark alleys and dilapidated buildings evoke a sense of despair that is both captivating and unsettling. "The New Zealander, " also from 1872, showcases Doré's ability to transport viewers to distant lands. This mesmerizing piece depicts a lone figure standing atop a cliff overlooking the ruins of London—a thought-provoking commentary on the transience of human civilization. One cannot discuss Gustave Doré without mentioning his magnum opus, "The Last Judgement. " Created between 1865-1866, this monumental work portrays biblical scenes with unparalleled grandeur. Each intricate detail conveys the weightiness of divine judgment while highlighting Doré's mastery of composition. Another biblical masterpiece by Doré is "Moses descending from Mount Sinai with the tablets of the law (Ten Commandments). " Completed in 1866, this awe-inspiring illustration captures Moses' pivotal moment as he receives God's commandments amidst thunderous clouds—an image that resonates even today. Doré was not limited to religious or historical themes; he also captured everyday life in his depictions of Ludgate Hill in London (1872) and Limehouse Dock (1872). These pieces showcase his keen eye for detail and ability to breathe life into urban landscapes. In "Thence issuing we again beheld the stars" (c1890), inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, Doré transports us through celestial realms filled with wonderment. His ethereal illustrations invite viewers to explore otherworldly dimensions beyond our earthly existence.