Gustave Dore The Bible engraving print . The Last Supper illustration .

Gustave Doré (1832–1883) was a French artist, illustrator, and engraver renowned for his dramatic and detailed black-and-white illustrations. His work blends Romantic intensity with technical mastery, making him one of the most influential illustrators of the 19th century. Doré’s Bible illustrations were first published in 1866 in La Sainte Bible, a grand visual project that featured over 200 engravings. These images brought biblical stories to life for a broad audience, combining narrative clarity with powerful emotional depth. The engravings were widely distributed and reprinted in many languages, cementing Doré's reputation as a master of sacred and literary illustration.

In "The Last Supper", Doré depicts the solemn moment from Luke 22:14–20 and parallel passages, where Jesus shares a final meal with his disciples before his arrest. The engraving typically shows Christ at the center of a long table, surrounded by his followers, as he breaks the bread and shares the cup, instituting the Eucharist.