Faust and Mephistopheles 1827 - 1828

Eugène Delacroix's "Faust and Mephistopheles" (1827-1828) depicts the iconic figures from Goethe's classic play. The scene portrays a dramatic encounter between Faust, a scholar who seeks knowledge and power, and Mephistopheles, a devil who promises him both. Delacroix's dynamic brushstrokes and dramatic lighting create a sense of intensity and intrigue, capturing the essence of this timeless tale of temptation and consequence. The artwork's rich symbolism, with its cluttered study filled with books and scientific instruments, alludes to the intellectual and spiritual turmoil at the heart of the story.