Doré's Illustrations for "Idylls of the King" (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)
by Gustave Doré
Gustave Doré’s illustrations for Idylls of the King bring a powerful visual dimension to Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s literary work. This Dover Fine Art volume offers readers an opportunity to appreciate Doré’s contribution to illustration and explore the enduring connection between literature, artistic interpretation, and the history of art.
About This Book
This volume presents Gustave Doré’s illustrations for Idylls of the King, connecting visual art with one of the best-known works of nineteenth-century literature.
Doré’s work offers a distinctive interpretation of the poem through detailed, dramatic imagery and a strong sense of atmosphere.
Published in the Dover Fine Art, History of Art series, this edition is suited to readers interested in illustration, book art, and the relationship between literature and visual culture.
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