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Red Devil

Mounted 3 Sheet Panels a vintage lithographic poster of the character Mephistopheles. The artwork, likely created by René Ackermann or published by C. Burckardt's Nachfolger in Wissembourg, France, dates to the late 19th or early 20th century (circa 1880s-1918). Artwork Details Subject: The character is Mephistopheles, the demon from German folklore and a prominent figure in the Faust legend. Style: It is a color lithograph, designed as a large carnival panel or poster, possibly one of a series of different characters. Description: The figure is depicted in a traditional red and black jester-like costume with a pointed hat, a long nose, a goatee, and long, pointed fingernails. A sword is sheathed at his side, and a golden dagger is tucked into his belt