Don Quixote in his Library - Gustave Dore 1870 Print

Don Quixote in his Library

by Gustave Dore

This is an Original Wood-Cut Engraving by Gustave Dore published in London in 1870.

Gustave Dore was born in Strasburg in 1832 and from an early age displayed great talent as an artist. In 1853 he was commissioned to illustrate the works of Lord Byron, which was soon followed by a new illustrated Bible. He went on to illustrate many further works, including Cervantes’s Don Quixote, Coleridge’s Rime of the Ancient Mariner, as well as scenes for Dante, Milton and Balzac.

He was a successful artist but is better known for his Wood Cuts and Engravings in which he excelled.

Size of Image is approx 9 3/4" by 7 1/2" (24.5cm x 19.5cm). When mounted they suit a Frame approx A3 Size .

The Gustave Dore Prints are Original Wood Cut Engravings dating from 1870 and are on Heavy Paper, printed to One Side Only.

All Prints are Antiques and over 100 Years Old. We do not use chemicals or bleaching techniques as these can cause fading and deterioration to the paper, therefore there may be blemishes or marking to the borders around the images. The Images themselves are Clean and Bright and Free from Foxing and Staining.  The illustrations shown are Scans of the actual item available and once Mounted and Framed they will display beautifully.