Paul Gustave Louis Christophe Doré was a French artist best known for his extensive output of wood-engravings. His illustrations of classic literature achieved great international success and established him as a major figure in printmaking during his career. Doré's most celebrated works include his illustrations for the Vulgate Bible and Dante's Divine Comedy. These projects demonstrated his skill in translating literary works into visual form through the medium of wood-engraving. His designs became widely recognized and influential across Europe and beyond. While Doré is often associated with printmaking, his primary role was as a designer rather than as a block-cutter. At the peak of his career, he employed approximately 40 block-cutters who would transfer his drawings onto wooden printing blocks for the engraving process. This collaborative approach allowed him to maintain a prolific output while maintaining quality control over his designs.