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Study for Expulsion 2000, by Fred Tomaselli

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Study for Expulsion 2000, by Fred Tomaselli

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I chose this piece because there is a significance placed on Adam and Eve’s expulsion from Paradise.  Rather than showing God’s disappointment in them, this piece shows all that they left behind simply from taking a single temptation.  They are obviously ashamed as they walk away, and now realize all the evils of the world.  This piece, to me, shows that Adam and Eve see the fault in themselves for taking the temptation.  This work is one of the most unique representations of the expulsion that I have ever seen.

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Bosch. Garden of Earthly Delights. Left Panel.  Adam and Eve. 1490-1510.  

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Bosch. Garden of Earthly Delights. Left Panel.  Adam and Eve. 1490-1510.  

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Part of a triptych panel with middle scene of sins in this world, then hell. When folded, outer doors of triptych show creation of third or fourth day before animals and humankind. Bosch is known for his "idiosyncratic" approach to painting and love of detail.

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According to http://www.theartstory.org/artist-picabia-francis-artworks.htm
"This enigmatic painting is part of Picabia's Transparency series, whose dream-like quality derives from layers of imagery that faintly suggest strange narratives. Though the title of this painting is Adam and Eve, it was inspired by Orestes and Electra, a classical Greek sculpture in the Museum of Naples, which portrays Electra and her brother considering revenge on their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father, Agamemnon. Classical subjects such as this were popular in the interwar period, yet most artists attempted to give new life to Classicism by adapting it to modern times. Picabia refuses this temptation, instead leaving the statue enigmatically layered with a smiling face and leaving us with a mystery. This clash of imagery from apparently different sources would be a major inspiration for later artists such as Sigmar Polke."

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The expulsion from paradise by Albrecht Dürer posted by Emily Harrast 

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The expulsion from paradise by Albrecht Dürer posted by Emily Harrast 

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This Image shows Adam and Eve being driven out of the garden of eden by an angel with a sword and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil behind them. It shows them with their heads turned back seeming like they are arguing with the angel about whether or not they should leave, which is different than other depictions showing them hanging their heads in shame.

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Adam and Eve, 1526, Lucas Cranach the Elder

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Adam and Eve, 1526, Lucas Cranach the Elder

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This Image depicts Adam and Eve standing by the forbidden fruit tree. The serpent is depicted as a normal snake, and the tree appears to be an apple tree.  Animals are surrounding them, and Eve appears to be handing the apple to Adam for him to eat.  It is significant because it depicts the stereotypical ideas of Adam and Eve.  Eve is seen convincing Adam to eat the apple, and Adam appears to be debating whether or not to listen to her argument.  In this depiction, the serpent seems to have no actual role in the convincing, it looks just like another animal in the background.  The only thing separating the serpent from the other animals is its position in the tree's branches.

-Ashlen Ahearne

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 "Adam and Eve Expelled from Paradise" (1961) by Marc Shagall, posted by Kathleen Halloran

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 "Adam and Eve Expelled from Paradise" (1961) by Marc Shagall, posted by Kathleen Halloran

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Painted in 1961, this piece is a more modern view of the expulsion of Adam and Eve out of the garden. What drew me to this piece of art in particular was the irony. This scene in the Creation story is so somber, and is a definite low point in the development of the characters, but Shagall illustrates it with such vibrancy and color. When I looked into Shagall's work further, I found that he is described as a "poet," adding color and a twist on traditional stories. I can understand why with this piece; the colors all blend together and flow, like you would expect from a poem. However, he uses opposite colors to draw attention to what is most important in the piece; I interpreted the figure in the left corner as the tree, based on the variety of color and bright yellow shade. This sticks out from the other blues and greens of the garden. I also noticed the interpretation of the serpent as the bird in the corner, fleeing with Adam and Eve. This reminded me of the cock crowing in the Passion story as an indicator of Peter's betrayal. While a different part of the Bible, I believe Shagall used the bird to express betrayal as well. Finally, I noticed the difference in color between the angel and the bird; the angel is white, and the bird is red. When I think of the devil vs. an angel, those are the colors I think of.

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Nice link to images of Adam and Eve in various churches around Europe, mostly medieval.  I can't help it.

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Nice link to images of Adam and Eve in various churches around Europe, mostly medieval.  I can't help it.

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http://www.paradoxplace.com/Church_Stuff/Christian_Themes/Adam_&_Eve.htm#Rolin Eve
And another on Wikipedia commons for a whole range of periods: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Adam_and_Eve_in_paintings

J Bird

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I'm telling you, do not to eat from this tree, I mean this tree right here.  Stained glass window of Adam and Eve from Chartres cathedral.  Note how the plant twined around the tree foreshadows the serpent and the temptation perhaps already present.

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I'm telling you, do not to eat from this tree, I mean this tree right here.  Stained glass window of Adam and Eve from Chartres cathedral.  Note how the plant twined around the tree foreshadows the serpent and the temptation perhaps already present.

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Typical Rembrandt--the focus is on interiority and emotion typified by intimate gestures and facial expressions. You can feel the debate.

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Masaccio's "Expulsion of Adam and Eve From Eden" posted by Katie Piscione

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Masaccio's "Expulsion of Adam and Eve From Eden" posted by Katie Piscione

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I chose this image of Adam and Eve because it was different from all the other images that I saw. Instead of focusing on the moment when Adam and Eve both ate from the apple and committed original sin, this fresco instead shows the moment when Adam and Eve were expelled from Eden. The raw emotion on their face, as well as the shame they feel both from the act they committed as well as the shame they feel in their naked bodies is what drew me to this picture. In the fresco, Adam is so ashamed of what he has done that he cannot even show his face and Eve is is crying out. The expressions on Adam and Eve's faces work to further reinforce the punishment that they both have to suffer in the world now that they have betrayed God and eaten from the Tree of Knowledge.

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Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, posted by Catherine Viz

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Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, posted by Catherine Viz

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The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel was commissioned to Michelangelo who completed it in 1512. Painting many creation stories, including probably most famously The Creation of Adam, Michelangelo included the story of original sin in his collection. The display of Adam and Eve are interesting especially because Eve looks like a male subject with breasts. Aside from the fact that the artist failed to use female models to base his paintings off of, it is almost symbolic that she is of Adam, when God removed one of his ribs to create Eve. Not to mention that on the left it is evident that both Adam and Eve are taking fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, at the same time. In a sense, it appears that both are guilty for the fall of mankind and original sin. The serpent or depicted demon in the center has a mirror image of the angel that banishes the couple from the Garden of Eden, to present the idea that the action that brought so much pleasure also brought so much pain through separation from God for eternity.

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"The Stanza Della Segnatura Ceiling Adam And Eve" by Raphael, posted by Morgan Klein

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"The Stanza Della Segnatura Ceiling Adam And Eve" by Raphael, posted by Morgan Klein

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I chose this picture due to the various interpretations that we have talked about in class. You can see that part of the tempter's body is a serpent, while the face of the tempter is a human. I thought this depiction played into the idea that some people chose to see this tempter as a serpent which is in the text, while others view the tempter as Lucifer/Satan. I also found it interesting that it was showing Eve and the tempter both looking the same way at Adam, indicating that they were both trying to convince him.

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"Expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden" John Faed, posted by Jo Ward

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"Expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden" John Faed, posted by Jo Ward

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This piece by the Scottish painter John Faed (circa 1880) currently resides in the Cleveland Museum of Art. This portrayal of the expulsion from Eden is different from many other depictions of the famous biblical scene in that the focus is not on Adam and Eve, but of the angel casting them out. The eye is drawn immediately to the center of the painting to the cold, bright light radiating from the giant angel. One can sense the cold finality of the gesture, especially when paired with the small, secondary figures of Adam and Eve. One may find it interesting that Eve is bowing her head in shame, arms crossed over her chest as if trying to cover her exposed breasts, while Adam has an arm on her back as though guiding her along, while his other arm is posed near his anguished face, seemingly too overcome with grief to be focused on placing the blame on his wife. I find it intriguing the serpent lurks near the banished couple, coiled in a circle shape with its mouth opened wide as though maybe laughing or jeering at them. I also think that the contrast in the harsh, white light coming from behind the angel, and the darkness that seems to be suffocating the Earth helps the observer to sympathize with the sense of dark hopelessness that Adam and Eve are depicted to be feeling.

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"Adam and Eve" by Peter Paul Rubens, posted by Mia Kincaid

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"Adam and Eve" by Peter Paul Rubens, posted by Mia Kincaid

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I chose this particular painting because of how Rubens chose to portray three elements:
1. The Snake/Cherub
2. Adam's Reaction
3. The branch that Eve is leaning on
The "Snake" is actually fairly cute, portrayed with the same plump and soft lines that Rubens used for Adam and Eve, but the expression hints at mischief, as well as the strangely split reptilian tail emerging behind the tree. Initially, it blends in with the tree and could be seen as another branch. This could show the Snake's (Devil's?) aptitude at deception, presenting a beautiful front but unable to completely hide his beastliness.
Adam seems to be wary of this fruit, and his expression is full of worry and hesitation; Eve's enraptured gaze seems to trouble him and his hand reaching for her extended shoulder seems to ask her to stop and consider for a moment before this destructive decision. The bird as well seems to notice that this cherub isn't quite right.
Finally, Rubens chose to have Eve lean on a lower branches, having it's foliage hide her genitals, foreshadowing the consequences of the fall and the shame Adam and Eve will feel about their nakedness in just moments.

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Adam and Eve Mosaic by Mary Reardon, posted by Gabriella Garcia  

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Adam and Eve Mosaic by Mary Reardon, posted by Gabriella Garcia  

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This beautiful mosaic is located in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in DC. The current calculation of the mosaic inside the basilica is around 75,545 sq. ft. I chose this mosaic of Adam and Eve because it shows the beauty of God's creation perfectly. In the mosaic, there is a hand that takes center place that seems to come down from the heavens, or what I perceive to be, the universe. Adam and Eve are also in the center, but they are beneath the hand. You can also see the tree of knowledge on the upper right-hand corner.

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"Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden" by Wenzel Peter, posted by Shelby Knop

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"Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden" by Wenzel Peter, posted by Shelby Knop

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I chose this interpretation of Adam and Eve because it shows the moment right before they fall into a world of knowledge and end up losing all of the beauty surrounding them. When looking at Adam's facial expression you can see the fear on his face when Eve tempts him with the apple. This fear represents his apprehension and uncertainty in defying God's orders. I also think that it closely resembles Genesis 3's text by representing all of the creatures that they were supposed to master and the garden they were supposed to take care of. I think Peter does a very good job of representing the ideal place where God would place Adam and Eve because when I myself read the text of Genesis this is the type of picture that comes to mind.

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"Leaving Eden" by Annie Henrie Nader, posted by Gretchen Kasper

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"Leaving Eden" by Annie Henrie Nader, posted by Gretchen Kasper

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This piece features Eve contemplating her decision. The colors around her are warm, happy, joyful colors but the expression on her face is sorrow. This piece is inspired by religious renaissance pictures from Italy " This is a moment of profound contemplation, as Eve considers the opportunity to leave the garden of Eden. This painting is meant to show Eve contemplating joy and inherent sorrow, progress and fulfillment contrasted by toil and strife. Despite the trials ahead, she chooses to move forward, “that (all men) might have joy.” - Annie Nader". Annie portrays this message very well through the colors and soft shapes in her painting

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Pierre Jovanovic's "Le Mensonge Universel" Posted by Savannah Wiseman

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Pierre Jovanovic's "Le Mensonge Universel" Posted by Savannah Wiseman

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This artwork depicts a male serpent temping Eve to take the forbidden fruit. In this account, Adam is with Eve while this is happening. This creates the question of whether Eve was really at fault or if they both made the decision together. Having a male serpent goes along with the traditional notion that the devil/satan is a male, but offers a different view of the serpent as depicted in the Chester play that we read.

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"Adam and Eve" by Peter Paul Rubens. Posted by Mary Trainor

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"Adam and Eve" by Peter Paul Rubens. Posted by Mary Trainor

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This painting depicting Adam and Eve has a very emotional feel to it. In the top right corner, a slight view of the serpent is seen looking down on the conversation between Adam and Eve. This painting can be interpreted in many ways, but it seems Adam is either pointing at the serpent or seems to be pointing at Eve almost in an accusatory manner. This painting is not only beautiful, but helps bring to life the story of Adam and Eve.

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Adam and Eve, 1598-1600 by Peter Paul Rubens

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Once he had graduated into the Painters' Guild, Rubens was entitled to set up his own studio, and he may have done so, though as there are early references to works of collaboration with Vacnius the two artists may have maintained a close business relationship.

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"Adam and Eve" by Albretch Durer, posted by Kate McMahon 

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"Adam and Eve" by Albretch Durer, posted by Kate McMahon 

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The painting is depicting the moment that Adam and Eve commit the act that led to what is now known as "Original Sin". Both Adam and Eve are drawn to have different emotions than the other. This aligns well historically as both Adam and Eve are described differently due to their different natures. In the painting, Adam appears to be performing the act as a follower while Eve is engaging in curiosity. Eve seems to have the control in the picture despite Adam being acknowledged as having the power between the duo.

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Masaccio's "Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Eden", posted by Anna Reyes

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Masaccio's "Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Eden", posted by Anna Reyes

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This fresco can be found in Brancacci Chapel inside the church of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence. It depicts the moment Adam and Eve are banished from the Garden of Eden by an angel wielding the sword. It is remarkable how much detail Masaccio put into Adam and Eve's emotions after they committed sin. As the two are banished, one can clearly perceive how completely distraught Adam is to the point where he hides his face in shame while Eve cries of anguish.

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William Strang's "The Temptation" posted by Therese Dudro 

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William Strang's "The Temptation" posted by Therese Dudro 

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This was the first in a series of ten paintings that Strang did on Adam and Eve. This picture portrays Eve as a temptress. Adam's positioning is defensive, and he has his hand on his heart. It is interesting that he is elevated and off the ground, and Eve is on the earth reaching up towards him.

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Nik Helbig's "Adam and Eve" posted by Emily Barr

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Nik Helbig's "Adam and Eve" posted by Emily Barr

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Published very recently on April 12th, 2013, Helbig's piece shows a modern and almost fantastical take on the origin story. In this depiction, Eve appears defiant. Adam is attempting to stop her from partaking, but the calm in Eve gives a different perspective that perhaps she knew what she was doing needed to be done, or perhaps she knew that no matter what Adam did, she would partake of the forbidden fruit.

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 Albrecht Dürer's "Adam and Eve" posted by Maria Leontaras

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 Albrecht Dürer's "Adam and Eve" posted by Maria Leontaras

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Dürer was obsessed with the proportional and idealized human body which he depicted throughout his artwork. What one may find interesting about his interpretation of Adam and Eve is that Eve is feeding the serpent the forbidden fruit rather than handing it to Adam as seen in other pieces of artwork.

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Jan Braueghel The Elder's "Adam and Eve in Paradise", posted by Taylor Krueger 

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Jan Braueghel The Elder's "Adam and Eve in Paradise", posted by Taylor Krueger 

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Depicted in Jan Braueghel The Elder's painting shows Adam and Eve by the Tree of Knowledge. Surrounding them are various types of animals and within the tree, one can notice the serpent. The name of this painting makes sense in a way because Adam and Eve are surrounded by beautiful animals and scenery.

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Lucas Cranach the Elder's Adam and Eve, posted by Makayla Sullivan

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Lucas Cranach the Elder's Adam and Eve, posted by Makayla Sullivan

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Depicted is Eve standing before the Tree of Knowledge offering Adam the forbidden fruit.  Entwined into the branch is the serpent that entranced Eve to first try the fruit.  Around Adam and Eve's feet are some of the animals that shared paradise with them.

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Michelangelo Buonarroti's "The Fall" , posted by Savannah Jackson 

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Michelangelo Buonarroti's "The Fall" , posted by Savannah Jackson 

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This painting is Michelangelo's version of Adam and Eve. The painting is a detail on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo painted the Sistine chapel ceiling from 1508  and completed the ceiling piece in 1512. In Michelangelo's version of Adam and Eve, the female serpent is a metaphor for woman's sexuality and is actually percieveing Eve as a temptress to Adam.

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Alfredo Ramos Martinez's "Mexican Adam & Eve", posted by Alexa Zapata Fernandez

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Alfredo Ramos Martinez's "Mexican Adam & Eve", posted by Alexa Zapata Fernandez

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According to the Dallas Museum of Art website, Alfredo Ramos Martinez's painting portrays modern Mexico (it was painted in 1933) with a "folkloric vision of Mexico"

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Cranach's Adam and Eve, posted by J. Bird

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Cranach's Adam and Eve, posted by J. Bird

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We might see this in person at the Art Institute in Chicago. Once attributed to Durer, it betrays the Renaissance humanist's love of anatomical study. Note the dignity and repose of Adam and Eve despite the subject of temptation.