The Dore Bible Illustrations [Paperback]

Gustave Dore (Author), Millicent Rose (Introduction)

Book Description

Series: Dover Fine Art, History of Art | Publication Date: June 1, 1974

Detailed plates from the Bible: the Creation scenes, Adam and Eve, horrifying visions of the Flood, the battle sequences with their monumental crowds, depictions of the life of Jesus and visions of the new Jerusalem. Each of the 241 plates is accompanied by the appropriate verses from the King James version of the Bible.

Product Details

• Paperback: 241 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications; Illustrated edition (June 1, 1974)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048623004X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486230047
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #37,163 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #38 in Books > Arts & Photography > Drawing > Cartooning

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very beautiful and inspiring book, June 14, 1998

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Allen Holden (Baltimore, Md USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Dore Bible Illustrations (Paperback)

Dore's "Bible Illustrations" is a very beautiful and nostalgic trip into Victorian book illustration. I remember these images from a multi- volume "Bible for Children" that I had as a child. I was parted from those books,but always remembered the images, and what a lasting effect they had on my spirituality, and my internal image of God. I was so happy to be able to buy the Dore "Bible Illustrations" from Amazon. I am an artist with a special interest in Victorian imagery,and will treasure this volume. The plates are masterful,dramatic,quaint,and somewhat mystical in feel. I think any person interested in Victorian art,and Christian iconography will enjoy this book.

30 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Dore Bible Illustrations Dore, March 14, 2000

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Robert R Cain (Tampa, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Dore Bible Illustrations (Paperback)

The Dore Bible Illustrations are magnificent. One looks at them and marvels at their intricasy and sensitivity. Everyone who sees this book asks how to obtain a copy. It is a brilliant and bright look backwards, like a trip to Sunday school. Special care has been taken to bind the book so that it will lie flat. Dover permits the use of the plates for creative endeavors, so for all the enthusiasts who like to make Greeting Cards for friends using scanned images, this is a wonderful tool. I highly recommend this book for every person who believes in Christ and I know this is wonderful to read and ponder before bedtime.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mystically Potent Illustrations, May 25, 2005

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Peter Wittstock "author of Hear Him! The One ... (Michigan, U.S.A.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Dore Bible Illustrations (Paperback)

THE DORE BIBLE ILLUSTRATIONS is the most highly praised and famous series of pencil drawings (turned into fine woodcuts by artisan engravers) crafted by the celebrated French illustrator, Paul Gustave Doré (1833-1883). These illustrations are inspired and memorable containing depictions of popular scenes and personalities as idealized conceptions, poetic and fanciful, from both the Jewish and Christian, biblical traditions. Doré's talent is mystically potent with his dramatic, chariscura renderings of moody heavens and skies; panoramic vistas and landscapes; and grand buildings and interiors, all to frame the engaging, spiritual dramas of salvation history. A moving, gallery stroll for young and old alike.