Don Quixote 

This wood engraving, "Don Quixote agrees to slay a giant for Dorotea (I, 29)", was created by Gustave Doré, a famous French artist known for his illustrative work. Doré's style, characterized by detailed, dramatic compositions, perfectly captures the essence of Cervantes' classic novel, Don Quixote. The engraving depicts the titular character, armed and mounted, vowing to defeat a giant (actually windmills) for Dorotea. The scene, set against a backdrop of rugged mountains, showcases Doré's mastery of depicting both realism and fantasy, a key element of the novel's enduring appeal. This work is a prime example of the collaboration between artist and writer, where Doré’s engravings brought the world of Don Quixote to life for readers of the 19th century.