Illustratie bij Goethe's Faust 1828

"Illustratie bij Goethe's Faust" (1828) by Moritz Retzsch is a detailed pen and ink illustration depicting a scene from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's famous play "Faust." This illustration showcases Retzsch's mastery of linework and composition, creating a visually striking scene of a dramatic event. The artwork features numerous figures in a lively scene, emphasizing the story's complexity and its enduring power. The scene depicts Faust and his lover, Gretchen, surrounded by a throng of figures. The scene is rendered in a Romantic style, highlighting the emotional intensity of the moment. Retzsch's illustrations of Goethe's work, particularly "Faust," were immensely popular in the 19th century and continue to be admired for their masterful rendering of the story's drama and pathos.