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Mephistopheles Collection (#2)

"Mephistopheles: A Timeless Figure in Faustian Tales" The enigmatic character has captivated audiences for centuries, leaving an indelible mark on literature, art

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles riding past demons (chromolitho)

Faust and Mephistopheles riding past demons (chromolitho)
735813 Faust and Mephistopheles riding past demons (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust and Mephistopheles riding past demons)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Fausts dream (chromolitho)

Fausts dream (chromolitho)
735811 Fausts dream (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fausts dream. Liebig card)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Gounods Faust. (chromolitho)

Gounods Faust. (chromolitho)
734725 Gounods Faust. (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gounods Faust. Liebig card)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Front cover for the score of The Damnation of Faust

Front cover for the score of The Damnation of Faust
CHT167367 Front cover for the score of The Damnation of Faust by Hector Berlioz (1803-69) (colour litho) by Fraipont, Georges (1873-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Settling Day! (colour litho)

Settling Day! (colour litho)
3648198 Settling Day! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Settling Day! A sequel to Home from the Derby)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Poster, Les Magique Leons, Whirlwind Illusionists

Poster, Les Magique Leons, Whirlwind Illusionists
Theatre poster, Les Magique Leons, Whirlwind Illusionists in the Palace of Mystery

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Theatre poster, Faust

Theatre poster, Faust
Theatre poster for a production of Faust, showing Mephistopheles

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Mephistopheles Galop by John Fitzgerald

The Mephistopheles Galop by John Fitzgerald
Promotional music sheet for The Mephistopheles Galop by John Fitzgerald, as performed in the burlesque Very Little Faust and More Mephistopheles by Francis Burnand

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Some Scenes in the Life of 'Sutherland', Our Tame Stag (chromolitho)

Some Scenes in the Life of "Sutherland", Our Tame Stag (chromolitho)
1063342 Some Scenes in the Life of " Sutherland", Our Tame Stag (chromolitho) by Barber, Charles Burton (1845-94) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephistopheles dans les airs (frontispiece from Faust), 1828 (litho on chine colle)

Mephistopheles dans les airs (frontispiece from Faust), 1828 (litho on chine colle)
996330 Mephistopheles dans les airs (frontispiece from Faust), 1828 (litho on chine colle) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 27.6x23.5 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Faust Quadrille (colour litho)

The Faust Quadrille (colour litho)
977963 The Faust Quadrille (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Faust Quadrille.); © Look and Learn

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Pol Plancon, French operatic bass (b / w photo)

Pol Plancon, French operatic bass (b / w photo)
2776642 Pol Plancon, French operatic bass (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pol Plancon (1851-1914), French operatic bass

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving)

Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving)
3647428 Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust and Mephistopheles)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust (chromolitho)

Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust (chromolitho)
736016 Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Monument to Goethe in the park surrounding the Villa Borghese (stone) (detail)

Monument to Goethe in the park surrounding the Villa Borghese (stone) (detail)
EDF294693 Monument to Goethe in the park surrounding the Villa Borghese (stone) (detail) by Eberlein, Gustav Heinrich (1847-1926); Rome

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Unusual novelty Christmas card, featuring card playing and the devil (colour litho)

Unusual novelty Christmas card, featuring card playing and the devil (colour litho)
6032785 Unusual novelty Christmas card, featuring card playing and the devil (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unusual novelty Christmas card)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust, 1828 (ink and w / c)

Faust, 1828 (ink and w / c)
NUL104379 Faust, 1828 (ink and w/c) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Ludwig Ferdinand (1788-1853); 37.30.5 cm; Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephistopheles (engraving)

Mephistopheles (engraving)
3630576 Mephistopheles (engraving) by Konewka, Paul (1841-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mephistopheles. One of the illustrations to Goethes Faust by Paul Konewka (Sampson Low, 1871)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving)

Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving)
3630574 Faust and Mephistopheles (engraving) by Konewka, Paul (1841-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust and Mephistopheles)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Goethes Faust with designs by Paul Konewka (engraving)

Goethes Faust with designs by Paul Konewka (engraving)
3630571 Goethes Faust with designs by Paul Konewka (engraving) by Konewka, Paul (1841-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goethes Faust with designs by Paul Konewka)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles, c. 1930 (oil on canvas)

Faust and Mephistopheles, c. 1930 (oil on canvas)
3506395 Faust and Mephistopheles, c.1930 (oil on canvas) by Ricketts, Charles (1866-1931); 117x90.5 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; (add.info.: Mephistopheles (also Mephistophilus)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust watches the Hungarian March from his library (chromolitho)

Faust watches the Hungarian March from his library (chromolitho)
735810 Faust watches the Hungarian March from his library (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust watches the Hungarian March from his library)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephistopheles and Nelusco (chromolitho)

Mephistopheles and Nelusco (chromolitho)
734721 Mephistopheles and Nelusco (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mephistopheles and Nelusco)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Extraordinary hair styles (chromolitho)

Extraordinary hair styles (chromolitho)
730264 Extraordinary hair styles (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extraordinary hair styles)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Music sheet cover for The Faust Quadrille composed by Charles Coote (chromolitho)

Music sheet cover for The Faust Quadrille composed by Charles Coote (chromolitho)
BAL5925 Music sheet cover for The Faust Quadrille composed by Charles Coote (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Dr. Fautus raises the Devil, illustration from Chap-books of the Eighteenth

Dr. Fautus raises the Devil, illustration from Chap-books of the Eighteenth
489588 Dr. Fautus raises the Devil, illustration from Chap-books of the Eighteenth Century by John Ashton, pub. 1882 (litho) by English School

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Fenian Faust! (colour litho)

The Fenian Faust! (colour litho)
3648182 The Fenian Faust! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fenian Faust)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Arrigo-Boito, Mephistopheles (chromolitho)

Arrigo-Boito, Mephistopheles (chromolitho)
667108 Arrigo-Boito, Mephistopheles (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrigo-Boito, Mephistopheles. Card published by Guerin-Boutron, c 1900)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephistopheles and Faust (gravure)

Mephistopheles and Faust (gravure)
671915 Mephistopheles and Faust (gravure) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mephistopheles and Faust)

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Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Pelissiers Follies: Norman A Blume as Faust and H G Pelissier as Mephistopheles in a production of

Pelissiers Follies: Norman A Blume as Faust and H G Pelissier as Mephistopheles in a production of Faust at the Theatre
5999060 Pelissiers Follies: Norman A Blume as Faust and H G Pelissier as Mephistopheles in a production of Faust at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle upon Tyne

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho)

Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho)
1067880 Faust and Mephistopheles in the Harz Mountains, 1827 (litho) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 24.1x20.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Princes Cinderellas Fancy Dress Ball at the Princes Hall (engraving)

The Princes Cinderellas Fancy Dress Ball at the Princes Hall (engraving)
1055448 The Princes Cinderellas Fancy Dress Ball at the Princes Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Sketches from 'Faust, 'at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)

Sketches from "Faust, "at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1623104 Sketches from " Faust, " at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from " Faust)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Moving Costume Tableaux by the Garrick Dramatic Company at the Peoples Palace, 'Faust'(litho)

Moving Costume Tableaux by the Garrick Dramatic Company at the Peoples Palace, "Faust"(litho)
1596938 Moving Costume Tableaux by the Garrick Dramatic Company at the Peoples Palace, " Faust" (litho) by Almond

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Witches Sabbath, 1831-33 (oil on canvas)

The Witches Sabbath, 1831-33 (oil on canvas)
3959948 The Witches Sabbath, 1831-33 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 32.3 x 40.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: The Marguerite of Faust (engraving)

The Marguerite of Faust (engraving)
964375 The Marguerite of Faust (engraving) by Bertrand, James (1823-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marguerite of Faust. From the painting by J Bertrand)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust In Five Minutes, Howard Paul, Mephistopheles (colour litho)

Faust In Five Minutes, Howard Paul, Mephistopheles (colour litho)
976312 Faust In Five Minutes, Howard Paul, Mephistopheles (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust In Five Minutes, Howard Paul, Mephistopheles)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Margaret (colour litho)

Faust and Margaret (colour litho)
961146 Faust and Margaret (colour litho) by Becker, Carl Ludwig Friedrich (1820-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust and Margaret)

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Marguerite tenant son enfant mort, c. 1846. Creator: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)

Marguerite tenant son enfant mort, c. 1846. Creator: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Marguerite tenant son enfant mort, c. 1846. Found in the collection of Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephisto Appears to Faust. Creator: Eugene Delacroix

Mephisto Appears to Faust. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Mephisto Appears to Faust

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Mephistopheles in the Air, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix

Mephistopheles in the Air, 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Mephistopheles in the Air, 1828

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Grigory Grigoryevich Ge (1867-1942) as Mephistopheles. Creator: Repin

Grigory Grigoryevich Ge (1867-1942) as Mephistopheles. Creator: Repin
Grigory Grigoryevich Ge (1867-1942) as Mephistopheles. Private Collection

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust - Liebig

Faust - Liebig
FAUST While Mephistopheles woos Marguerites neighbour Marthe, Faust successfully courts Marguerite. Date: first performed 1859

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: FAUSTUS & MEPHISTOPHELES FAUSTUS & MEPHISTOPHELES

FAUSTUS & MEPHISTOPHELES FAUSTUS & MEPHISTOPHELES
Doctor Faustus with Mephistopheles dressed as a monk. Date: 1600

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust, 1828. 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix

Faust, 1828. 1828. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Faust, 1828. Illustration for a French translation by Albert Stapfer of Goethes Faust, from the Prologue in Heaven, Mephistopheles, flyies above the city at night

Background imageMephistopheles Collection: Faust and Mephistopheles in the Hartz Mountains (Goethe, Faust), 1825-27. 1825-27

Faust and Mephistopheles in the Hartz Mountains (Goethe, Faust), 1825-27. 1825-27
Faust and Mephistopheles in the Hartz Mountains (Goethe, Faust), 1825-27. Illustration for a French translation by Albert Stapfer of Goethes Faust



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"Mephistopheles: A Timeless Figure in Faustian Tales" The enigmatic character has captivated audiences for centuries, leaving an indelible mark on literature, art, and music. From the iconic Mephisto Cigars label printed by F. Heppenheimers sons in New York to the haunting depiction of "Faust Makes his Contract, " this devilish figure continues to intrigue. In countless renditions of the legendary tale, we witness Faust's fateful encounter with Mephistopheles, a demon who tempts him with power and knowledge beyond mortal reach. The dynamic between these two characters is beautifully portrayed in scenes like "Faust and Mephistopheles" or "The Death of Faust, " where their complex relationship unfolds before our eyes. Artistic interpretations abound as well. Berlioz's musical masterpiece, "Faust Liebig 5, " immerses us in a symphonic journey through the depths of human desires while Henry Irving mesmerizes as Mephistopheles in W. G. Wills' theatrical adaptation. Each portrayal adds new layers to this timeless archetype. From chilling scenes like "Faust Sees Marguerite" to lively compositions such as Richard Eilenberg's enchanting "Mephistopheles Polka, " this multifaceted character continues to inspire artists across various mediums. Whether it be on a cigar label or within the pages of Goethe's classic work, Mephistopheles remains an emblematic symbol representing humanity's eternal struggle between good and evil. As we delve into these artistic expressions like Berlioz’s “Faust Liebig 4” or explore captivating illustrations from “Faust - Liebig - 1, ” we are reminded that even amidst darkness, there is beauty and intrigue waiting to be discovered. So let us immerse ourselves in the world of Mephistopheles, where the lines between morality and temptation blur.