Fotoreproductie van (vermoedelijk) een tekening getiteld 'Gretchens verschijning' 1878

This 1878 photo reproduction, likely of a drawing titled 'Gretchen's Appearance', depicts a scene from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's play "Faust." It portrays a young woman, presumably Gretchen, standing before two men, likely Faust and Mephistopheles. The image captures a moment of dramatic intensity, suggesting a pivotal encounter between the characters. The artist's identity remains unknown, but the artwork's detail and composition reflect the artistic trends of the late 19th century. This piece is a testament to the enduring influence of Goethe's literary masterpiece on visual art.