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Gustave Dores Don Quixote: "He began to walk about by the horse-trough with a graceful deportment"(engraving)
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Gustave Dores Don Quixote: "He began to walk about by the horse-trough with a graceful deportment"(engraving)
6008318 Gustave Dores Don Quixote: " He began to walk about by the horse-trough with a graceful deportment" (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: " He began to walk about by the horse-trough with a graceful deportment." Illustration for The History of Don Quixote by Cervantes (Cassell, c 1880). Images scanned at high resolution and digitally cleaned to permit repro at large size if necessary.); © Look and Learn
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This print showcases Gustave Dore's engraving titled "He began to walk about by the horse-trough with a graceful deportment". The image, part of a private collection, captures a scene from Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra's renowned novel, Don Quixote. Dore's intricate artwork depicts the eponymous character, Don Quixote, elegantly strolling near a horse trough with an air of grace and poise. This enchanting portrayal perfectly encapsulates the essence of Don Quixote as he embarks on his chivalrous adventures. The engraving is one of many illustrations created by Dore for The History of Don Quixote published in 1880 by Cassell. With meticulous attention to detail and masterful technique, Dore brings Cervantes' literary masterpiece to life through his artistry. In this particular scene, Don Quixote's surroundings evoke a rustic charm reminiscent of rural France in the 19th century. Horses graze nearby while other farm animals dot the landscape. The composition exudes tranquility and invites viewers into the world of this iconic Spanish literature. Gustave Dore was not only an artist but also an accomplished writer himself. His profound understanding of literature allowed him to create visual interpretations that resonate deeply with readers and art enthusiasts alike. This remarkable print preserves Dore's artistic legacy while paying homage to both Cervantes' timeless tale and French artistic tradition. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling through various forms of art across centuries.
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