Mephistopheles, A. De Wever, Belgium, 2nd Half Of The 19th Century

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Object description :

"Mephistopheles, A. De Wever, Belgium, 2nd Half Of The 19th Century"

Dynamic figure of Mephistopheles, one of the main characters in Johann Wolfgang Goethe's drama. The figure is depicted playing the mandolin and singing a serenade, and his dance movements are emphasized by his upwardly flowing robe.
Auguste de Wever (1836-1910), Belgium - author of several works depicting the figure of Mephistopheles, probably created after seeing an opera based on Goethe's work.
Silver-plated bronze,
2nd half of the 19th century.
Figure dimensions: 29 x 15 x 10 cm.
Base dimensions: 9.5 x 9.5 cm.
Signed: ADE WEVER.
Condition: Very good

Price: 880 €

Artist: Auguste De Wever (1836-1910)
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bronze
Length: 15
Width: 10
Height: 29

Reference: 1581633
Availability: In stock