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Adam and Eve, 1504 (engraving on laid paper)
996169 Adam and Eve, 1504 (engraving on laid paper) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.7x19.1 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Purchase, 1984
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© Art Gallery of Ontario Purchase, 1984 / Bridgeman Images
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Adam and Eve, 1504 - A Captivating Engraving on Laid Paper
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. This intriguing print captures the essence of Albrecht Durer's iconic engraving, "Adam and Eve" created in 1504. Measuring at 24.7x19.1 cm, this masterpiece is housed within the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada. In this religious depiction from the Book of Genesis, we witness Adam and Eve standing amidst a lush garden paradise known as the Garden of Eden. The first man and woman are portrayed with muscular bodies, their nudity symbolizing innocence before succumbing to temptation. The focal point lies on a tree bearing forbidden fruit—a juicy apple—temptingly offered by a cunning serpent coiled around its branches. As Eve reaches for it, her gaze meets Adam's contemplative expression; both stand at the precipice of mankind's original sin. Surrounding them are various animals that peacefully coexist in this idyllic setting—a cow grazes nearby while playful kittens frolic underfoot. Birds soar through the sky above them, adding an ethereal touch to this biblical scene. Durer masterfully combines elements of botany and natural history into his work by meticulously rendering each animal species present—an ode to scientific exploration during his time. Through this engraving, viewers are invited to reflect upon themes such as human vulnerability, Christian values, and our eternal struggle between good and evil. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's fallibility yet offers hope for redemption through faith.
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