| Illustrator |
Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
| Title |
The Doré Bible Gallery, Complete
Containing One Hundred Superb Illustrations, and a Page of Explanatory Letter-press Facing Each
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| Alternate Title |
The Doré Gallery of Bible Illustrations, Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Doré Bible Gallery, Complete" by Gustave Doré is a visual art book published during the late 19th century. This comprehensive collection features engravings that depict scenes from the Bible, all crafted by the acclaimed artist Gustave Doré, who is celebrated for his imaginative and intricate illustrations. The volume aims to provide an accessible selection of Doré's work for art lovers and biblical scholars, focusing on key events and figures from scripture. The opening of the book details the intention behind compiling this illustrated gallery, highlighting the immense popularity of Doré’s original, more expensive editions. It emphasizes the meticulous selection of illustrations that resonate with significant biblical narratives and the critical appreciation they have garnered over time. Alongside each engraving, there is narrative text that offers brief analyses and context, enriching the viewer's understanding of both the illustrations and the scripture from which they draw inspiration. The beginning establishes Doré’s artistic genius, showcasing his capacity to bring biblical stories to life through striking visual representation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
N: Fine Arts
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| Subject |
Bible -- Illustrations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8710 |
| Release Date |
Jul 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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