Faust - Liebig - 4
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Faust - Liebig - 4
FAUST Faust fights Marguerites brother Valentin, and Mephistopheles directs a fatal stroke
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1859 Brother Directs Fatal Faust Fights Gounod Liebig Mephistopheles Opera Performed Stroke Valentin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image captures a pivotal moment from Faust, an iconic opera composition by Charles Gounod, first performed in 1859. The scene depicted here is taken from Act III, Faust's encounter with Marguerite's brother Valentin. In this historical representation from the Liebig collection, Faust, portrayed with intense determination, engages Valentin in a fierce fight. The brotherly bond between Valentin and Marguerite is palpable, as he valiantly defends her honor against Faust's advances. Mephistopheles, the cunning devil, orchestrates the situation from the shadows, directing Faust's actions with a subtle wave of his hand. The fatal stroke, about to be delivered by Faust, will ultimately seal Valentin's fate. This moment of betrayal and deceit sets the stage for the tragic conclusion of the opera. Gounod's Faust is a timeless masterpiece, renowned for its rich musicality and dramatic intensity. The opera, based on the Faust legend, explores themes of love, temptation, and the supernatural. This image, from the Liebig collection, offers a glimpse into the passionate and intriguing world of Faust, as Faust, Mephistopheles, and Valentin engage in a fateful dance of desire and destruction. The historical significance of this image lies in its representation of a pivotal moment in the opera, as well as its connection to the Liebig collection, which holds an extensive archive of 19th-century visual culture. This image not only captures the essence of Faust but also offers a glimpse into the operatic world of the past, providing a fascinating intersection of music, history, and art.
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