Immerse yourself in the world of Gustave Doré, a brilliant illustrator, engraver, and painter, at a lecture organized by the Société Historique et Archéologique des 8e et 17e arrondissements.
The Société Historique et Archéologique des 8e et 17e arrondissements invites you to a lecture devoted to Gustave Doré (1832–1883), a major figure in 19th-century French art. An illustrator of iconic works such as The Divine Comedy, Don Quixote, and the Bible, Gustave Doré left a profound mark on the history of illustration through his rich imagination and masterful draftsmanship. Presented by Claire Chaix de Lavarène, this lecture will explore the life of this exceptional artist, his prolific body of work, and his enduring influence on art and culture.
Source: paris.fr — photo: Gustave Doré