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Dor s Illustrations for Idylls of the King (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)
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Like his contemporary, the English poet laureate Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Gustave Dor (183283) was highly regarded for his mastery of technique. One of the most prolific and successful book illustrators of the late nineteenth century, he provided a wealth of hauntingly beautiful illustrations for the first four parts of Idylls of the King, Tennyson s classic poetic treatment of the Arthurian legends. This volume contains meticulous reproductions of all 36 plates from rare English editions published in 186769.Like many of his other works, Dor s illustrations for the Idylls possess great drama, detail, and power, overlaid with a melancholy, otherworldly mood. His masterly technique is abundantly evident in splendid, idealized scenes illustrating the romantic involvements of four lovely ladies: the fair Elaine, much enamored of Lancelot; Guinevere, Arthur s perfidious queen; Enid, the wife of Geraint, one of Arthur s knights; and the wily Vivien, a scheming beauty who attempts to seduce the wizard Merlin.Accompanied by synopses and appropriate quotations from Tennyson s poem, Dor s illustrations bring these marvelous legends to vivid life.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Doré's Illustrations for 'Idylls of the King'? A: The main theme centers around the Arthurian legends as depicted in Alfred, Lord Tennyson's poetic work, showcasing the romantic involvements of key characters such as Elaine, Guinevere, Enid, and Vivien.
- Q: How many illustrations are included in this volume? A: This volume contains a total of 36 meticulously reproduced illustrations by Gustave Doré.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 23, 1995.
- Q: Who is the author of the illustrations in this book? A: The illustrations in this book were created by Gustave Doré, a prominent book illustrator of the late nineteenth century.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does Doré's Illustrations for 'Idylls of the King' have? A: The book consists of 80 pages.
- Q: Are there any quotations or synopses included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes synopses and appropriate quotations from Tennyson's poem alongside the illustrations.
- Q: What is the artistic style of Doré's illustrations? A: Doré's illustrations are characterized by great drama, detail, and a melancholy, otherworldly mood, reflecting his masterful technique.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art history enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is ideal for art history enthusiasts, especially those interested in Victorian illustration and the works of Gustave Doré.
- Q: Where can I find more information about the content of the illustrations? A: The illustrations in this volume vividly bring to life the romantic and dramatic elements of Tennyson's narratives, making them a rich source for understanding the Arthurian legends.