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ADAM & EVE, 12th CENTURY. Adam and Eve after the Fall
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ADAM & EVE, 12th CENTURY. Adam and Eve after the Fall
ADAM & EVE, 12th CENTURY.
Adam and Eve after the Fall. Manuscript illumination from a " Hortus Deliciarum, " Alsace, late 12th century
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12th Century Adam Agriculture Christianity Distaff Fall Farm Tool Genesis Judaism Manuscript Illumination Nudity Spinner
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This print titled "ADAM & EVE, 12th CENTURY. Adam and Eve after the Fall" takes us back in time to the late 12th century in Alsace, France. The image is a manuscript illumination from a renowned work called "Hortus Deliciarum". The artwork depicts the biblical figures of Adam and Eve, moments after their expulsion from the Garden of Eden following their disobedience towards God's commandment. In this scene, they are shown engaging in manual labor as a consequence of their actions. Adam can be seen using a hoe, symbolizing his role as an agricultural worker responsible for tilling the land to sustain himself and his descendants. Meanwhile, Eve is depicted with a distaff, representing her involvement in spinning wool or flax into thread. The artist skillfully captures both vulnerability and resilience through these two figures. Despite being stripped of their innocence and facing hardships due to their fall from grace, Adam and Eve continue to persevere through hard work. This artwork not only reflects themes of Christianity but also draws upon elements from Judaism and medieval life. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, humans possess an inherent strength to adapt and thrive. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece that showcases the timeless beauty found within ancient manuscripts while inviting viewers to contemplate our shared human experience across centuries.
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