Through the written analysis and image examples, the thesis gives an overview of his development as an artist from initial humorous cartoons to its emancipation as a great illustrator. Special attention was paid to his greates tillustration achievements which undoubtedly were illustrations of famous literary works of Renaissance writers and the Bible. Furthermore, the thesis emphasizes the greatness and the impact that his illustration works had on his contemporaries and the further development of the illustration art after him. The paper presents some of many criticisms from his contemporary painters, writers and art critics who went from contempt to admiration for his artistic genius. The motives that the artist used for his works, especially for illustrations, were studied. Pronounced are the most important ones through which he became famous as an illustrator. Although he also worked by order, the most prominent sources of inspiration for his works were, like many of his contemporaries romantics, mainly in major historical and religious literary works, legends and mythology. With graphic elements, especially the play of light and dark and black and white contrast he created visual representations of his motives to deepen impressions and excite the imagination of the viewer. The thesis clearly shows that he was a giant of illustration in his time, of great talent, skills and imagination. It is emphasize that the scope of his work is really impressive from which his extraordinary creative energy and labor potential is visible.