Paul Gustave Doré (1832 – 1883)
Explore the dramatic wood engravings & illustrations of Gustave Doré (1832-1883). Master of Romanticism, famed for Biblical scenes, Dante's Inferno, and literary masterpieces. Discover his influential art!
About this artwork
- Title: Charon
- Artist: Paul Gustave Doré
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Corpus context: doré’s artistic legacy dante inferno , dramatic romantic narrative
- Purpose: Accent
- Keywords: underworld , dante inferno , biblical illustration
- Topics: religious symbolism , charon , greek art
Quick Facts
- Subject or theme: Greek Mythology; Underworld Journey
- Year: 1869
- Notable elements or techniques: Detailed etching lines; Dramatic chiaroscuro.
- Movement: Romanticism
- Artistic style: Academic Art
- Influences: Romanticism
- Artist: Gustave Doré
