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Mephisto and the Student, 1828 (oil on panel)
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Mephisto and the Student, 1828 (oil on panel)
XKH152159 Mephisto and the Student, 1828 (oil on panel) by Oldach, Julius (1804-30); 26x20 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12728690
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Academic Devil Disciple Faust Globe Goethe Influence Innocent Library Mephistopheles Pupil Satan Corrupting Teaching
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In this print titled "Mephisto and the Student" we are transported to a mesmerizing scene set in an intimate library. Painted by Julius Oldach in 1828, this oil on panel masterpiece measures 26x20 cm and is currently housed at the Hamburger Kunsthalle in Hamburg, Germany. The composition of the painting centers around two figures that dominate our attention. On one side stands a young male student, his face filled with innocence and curiosity as he gazes upon Mephistopheles, also known as the devil himself. The student's hat rests on a nearby table while books and a globe surround him, symbolizing his thirst for knowledge. Mephistopheles exudes an air of authority as he leans against a bookshelf, subtly corrupting the innocent pupil through his teachings. This portrayal reflects Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's iconic play "Faust" where Mephistopheles tempts Faust into making ill-fated deals in exchange for worldly pleasures. Oldach masterfully captures the tension between good and evil through intricate details such as facial expressions and body language. The viewer can almost feel the influence of Mephistopheles seeping into every corner of this dimly lit room. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of how easily innocence can be swayed by darker forces lurking within society. It invites us to contemplate the power dynamics at play when knowledge is used to manipulate or corrupt those seeking enlightenment. (Note:
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