Mephistopheles 1877

"Mephistopheles" (1877) is a charcoal drawing by the French symbolist artist Odilon Redon, known for his exploration of the subconscious and the realm of dreams. This work, created during Redon's early career, depicts a figure with an ambiguous, almost otherworldly expression, emphasizing the artist's fascination with the supernatural. The figure's enigmatic gaze and elongated features, alongside a dark background, create a sense of mystery and psychological depth, typical of Redon's symbolic style.