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Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho)
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Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho)
1067880 Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 24.1x20.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Faust et Mephistopheles dans les Montagnes du Harz); Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg; French, out of copyright
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© Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg / Bridgeman Images
Devil Epic Evil Faust Goethe Goethe Johann Wolfgang Von 1749 1832 Harz Mephisto Mephistopheles Romanticist Satan Scholar Serpent Snakes
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This lithograph, titled "Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains" transports viewers into a world of darkness and temptation. Created by Ferdinand Victor Eugene Delacroix in 1827, this print captures a pivotal moment from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's renowned play, Faust. The scene depicts Faust, a scholar seeking ultimate knowledge and fulfillment, accompanied by his cunning companion Mephistopheles. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Harz Mountains, their journey takes on an eerie and foreboding atmosphere. The artist skillfully portrays Mephistopheles as a sinister figure with an epic snake coiled around him, symbolizing evil's seductive power. Delacroix's romanticist style shines through in every detail of this illustration. From the intricate engravings to the dramatic lighting effects, he brings Goethe's literary masterpiece to life visually. This print serves as a testament to Delacroix's talent for capturing complex emotions and narratives within his artwork. Now housed at the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA, this lithograph continues to captivate audiences with its rich symbolism and evocative imagery. It stands as both a tribute to one of literature's greatest works and as an example of Delacroix's mastery in depicting dark themes with artistic finesse.
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