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Scenes from Faust

Louis-Candide Boulanger

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two characters in historical attire in a somber setting. One character is standing by a rock formation, while the other is seated on the ground. In the background, there are people near a church-like building, with one person by an open coffin. The architectural elements hint at a medieval or renaissance period, with a visible archway. The use of shading and line work enhances the scene's mood.

Artwork Details

Date
1830s
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
4835 × 3465 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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