BOOK COVER DESIGN
The Picture of Dorian Gray
The idea behind the cover of the book is to figuratively illustrate the theme of the novel. The eye on the front cover conveys a sense of mystery, while the back cover depicts the entire face of a narcissistic young man. There is purple flower as it is often mentioned in the novel. Additionally, the illustrations are designed to resemble canvas paintings, reflecting the story of a portrait.
The idea behind the the second solution for the cover of the book is to convey the main symbolism from the novel, as "symbolism" is a central theme in the story. The flower on the front cover represents beauty and delicacy, while the petals on the back cover symbolize the passage of time. The white color ironically presents innocence. The white details on the spine can simultaneously be interpreted as brushstrokes or bloodstains. Additionally, the illustrations are designed to resemble canvas paintings, reflecting the story of a portrait.
