Gustave Doré was a 19th-century French artist and illustrator, known for his exceptional talent in creating intricate and detailed engravings. His works spanned various genres, including literature, mythology, and religious subjects, and he is particularly celebrated for his illustrations of classic literary works like Dante's "The Divine Comedy" and Cervantes' "Don Quixote." Doré's unique artistic style and profound influence on the world of illustration continue to be admired and recognized to this day.