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Don Quixote in his Library, engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan (1822-90) c
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Don Quixote in his Library, engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan (1822-90) c
OTB141773 Don Quixote in his Library, engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan (1822-90) c.1868 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quichotte; bibliotheque; gravure; fou; folie; assis; fauteuil; chevalier; epee; geant; aventurier; reveur; explorateur; lecture; livre; chevalerie; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22783442
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This photo print, titled "Don Quixote in his Library" transports us into the imaginative world of Miguel Cervantes' iconic character. Engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan in 1868, this piece beautifully captures the essence of Don Quixote's madness and chivalrous spirit. In this scene, we find Don Quixote seated in a grand library, surrounded by towering bookshelves filled with literary treasures. His eyes are fixed on an open book before him as he delves deep into its pages, completely engrossed in his reading. The expression on his face reveals both determination and a touch of derangement, reflecting the inner turmoil of a man who has lost touch with reality. With sword resting beside him and armor adorned over his worn-out clothes, Don Quixote embodies the image of a knight-errant ready to embark on daring adventures. He dreams of slaying giants and battling ogres while upholding the ideals of chivalry that have become synonymous with his name. Gustave Dore's masterful engraving technique brings out every intricate detail: from the lines etched onto Don Quixote's weathered face to each individual book spine lining the shelves behind him. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder that even within our own personal libraries - be they physical or metaphorical - we can explore worlds beyond our imagination and embrace our own unique quests for truth and purpose.
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