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The garden scene from Johann Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828
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The garden scene from Johann Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828
FAUST: MEPHISTOPHELES 1828.
The garden scene from Johann Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828
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1828 Court Courtship Delacroix Doctor Eugene Evil Faust Garden Johan Margaret Mephistopheles Play Von Goethe Wolfgang
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This lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, created in 1828, depicts the iconic garden scene from Johann Goethe's Faust. The print beautifully captures the essence of this pivotal moment in the play, where Faust and Mephistopheles engage with Margaret amidst a lush German garden. The composition is rich with symbolism and emotion. Delacroix masterfully portrays the contrasting characters of Faust and Mephistopheles; one representing curiosity and desire for knowledge, while the other exudes an air of malevolence and temptation. As they interact with Margaret, their intentions become clear - Faust seeks courtship while Mephistopheles embodies evil lurking beneath his charming facade. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this lithograph. From the intricate depiction of foliage to the delicate expressions on each character's face, it is a true testament to Delacroix's skill as an artist. This particular print serves as a visual representation of Goethe's timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences today. It transports us back to a time when men courted women under moonlit gardens and explores themes such as love, ambition, morality, and redemption. Delacroix’s lithograph not only pays homage to Goethe but also stands on its own as a remarkable work of art that invites viewers into this enchanting world filled with complex characters and moral dilemmas.
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