Fotoreproductie van een prent van een scene uit Faust, voorstellende Gretchen voor een sculptuur van de Piëta c. 1875 - 1885

This photograph, created between 1875 and 1885 by an anonymous artist, depicts a scene from the German literary masterpiece Faust. The image portrays Gretchen, the tragic female protagonist, kneeling before a sculpture of the Pietà, a poignant scene referencing themes of sin, sorrow, and redemption present in the play. This photo reproduction, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the enduring impact of Goethe's work on visual art and serves as a visual representation of the dramatic and emotional depths of Faust.