The artwork titled “The Ogre Received Him As Civilly As An Ogre Can” is an illustration created by the artist Gustave Doré, who was part of the Romanticism art movement. This piece is from the genre of illustration and is part of the series “Tales and Stories of the Past with Morals.”
The artwork exhibits a vivid scene where an ogre, depicted with heavy and menacing features, is seated prominently. Around the ogre, various attendants are busy with banquet preparations, showcasing lavish and grotesque dishes. Among them, a cat dressed in a gentleman’s attire appears to be conversing or presenting itself to the ogre. The scene is characterized by Doré’s intricate detailing and dramatic contrasts, reflecting the fantastical and moralistic nature of the story it illustrates. The overall composition and expressive lines invite viewers into a narrative filled with supernatural elements and moral undertones.
