European School (XIX) - Mephistopheles en Gretchen - (Goethe Faust)

Oil painting with a scene from Goethe's tragedy Faust, in which Mephistopheles the devil helps Faust seduce Gretchen (Margarete), leading to a tragic downfall for her. In the foreground Gretchen is depicted as a modest woman with downcast eyes and a flower in her hand. Directly behind her, Mephistopheles (the devil) looms theatrically and menacingly. The framed work from the late 19th century is painted on panel and requires restoration attention. Dimensions including frame: 46.5 x 35 cm Panel dimensions: 33 x 21.5 cm Not signed. View the photos for a good impression of the quality, execution and condition of this remarkable tableau.

Estimate:£46.06

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