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Paul Gustave Dore Draws a Picture to Prove His Idenity

It is related of the famous artist, Paul Gustave Dore, that when he was traveling from one country to another in Europe he lost his passport, which was required to be shown by every traveler. He was anxious to cross the border that day, so he said to the police, “I am sorry, but I have lost my passport; I hope you will let me pass without it; all that I can say is that I am the artist, Dore.” “Oh,” was the reply, “You cannot deceive us. Many persons try to pass, claiming to be some distinguished character.” But Dore entreated, and so an officer finally said: “Well, we shall soon see whether you are Dore or not. Take this paper and pencil, and sketch that group of peasants standing there.” It took but a few minutes for the great artist to make the picture, and in such masterly manner was it done that the officer was at once convinced. (Commonwealth).