Mephistopheles Collection (#4)

The garden scene from Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828
FAUST: MEPHISTOPHELES, 1828. The garden scene from Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828

Illustration to the dungeon scene in Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust, with Mephistopheles, Faust and Margaret
GOETHE: DOCTOR FAUST. Illustration to the dungeon scene in Johann Wolfgang von Goethes Faust, with Mephistopheles, Faust and Margaret. Lithograph, 1828, by Eugene Delacroix

Journet as Mephistopheles in Charles-Francois Gounods opera Faust
MARCEL JOURNET (1867-1933). Journet as Mephistopheles in Charles-Francois Gounods opera Faust

The garden scene from Johann Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828
FAUST: MEPHISTOPHELES 1828. The garden scene from Johann Goethes Faust. Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1828

Woodcut from the 1631 edition of Christopher Marlowes The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus
FAUSTUS & MEPHISTOPHELES. Woodcut from the 1631 edition of Christopher Marlowes The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus

Oil on canvas, 1869, by Alfred-Louis Jacomin
FAUST AND MEPHISTOPHELES. Oil on canvas, 1869, by Alfred-Louis Jacomin

A scene from the 1854 production of Faust et Marguerite by Michel Carre (1819-1872), at the Princess Theatre, London
FAUST AND MARGUERITE, 1854. A scene from the 1854 production of Faust et Marguerite by Michel Carre (1819-1872), at the Princess Theatre, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1854

Woodcut title page to the 1631 edition of Christopher Marlowes The Tragicall Historie of the Life
MARLOWEs DOCTOR FAUSTUS. Woodcut title page to the 1631 edition of Christopher Marlowes The Tragicall Historie of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus

Childrens Carnival Mephistopheles and Bo-peep
Two children dressed as Mephistopheles and Little Bo-Peep make their way along a garden path to a party, using a lantern to light the way

Faust and Marguerite are spied upon by Mephistopheles, who naturally includes voyeurism among his evil habits

Marguerite in Cathedral
Mephistopheles mocks Marguerite in the Cathedral

Faust, Wagner & Dog
Faust is walking with Wagner when he first sees the black dog that is the evil spirit Mephistopheles

Berlioz Faust Liebig 3
Mephistopheles summons his demons to work magic on the innocent Marguerite, while Faust peeks at her through the window

Berlioz Faust Liebig 2
Mephistopheles presents the sleeping Faust with a vision in which, restored to youth, he has his pick of countless gorgeous girls. Date: first performed 1846

Faust - Liebig
FAUST Mephistopheles, summoned by magic, shows Faust a vision of Marguerite, offering him his youth restored in exchange for his soul

Faust - Liebig - 5
FAUST Mephistopheles finds Marguerite, now pregnant, in church, trying to repent in prayer; he prevents her and predicts her damnation

Faust - Liebig - 2
FAUST Faust - once again a handsome youth, accosts Marguerite in the market-place : she refuses, but Mephistopheles promises she will yield

Gounod / Faust
Mephistopheles, magically summoned by the scholar Faust, proposes a deal... youth restored, in exchange for his soul

Faust / Marguerite / Goethe
Faust and Marguerite watched by Mephistopheles

Music / Opera / Gounod
FAUST Edouard de Reszke as Mephistopheles

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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.