Cinderella

Although he created many serious works for epic poems by great authors, Doré also illustrated many fairy tales, including Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella. The story of Cinderella was just as much a cultural influence in the 19th century as it is today, as it is a story of unjust circumstances and the human ability to hope that magic can help overcome those circumstances. It was in the 19th century that the Brothers Grimm wrote their version that was widely popular at the time. Their large compilation of fairy tales was first published in 1812, and numerous editions followed throughout the 19th century, all of which were extensively illustrated, including works from Gustave Doré.