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Door decorated with scenes of the Genesis: Adam and Eve eat the fruit of the broken tree and learn good and evil, then are hunted from the Garden of Eden. c. 1015 (Bronze High Relief)
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Door decorated with scenes of the Genesis: Adam and Eve eat the fruit of the broken tree and learn good and evil, then are hunted from the Garden of Eden. c. 1015 (Bronze High Relief)
LRI4653144 Door decorated with scenes of the Genesis: Adam and Eve eat the fruit of the broken tree and learn good and evil, then are hunted from the Garden of Eden. c.1015 (Bronze High Relief) by Romanesque, (11th century); Church of St. Michael, Hildesheim, Germany; (add.info.: Romanesque art: bronze door representing genese with Adam and Eve who: eat the fruit of the broken tree, now know good and evil and are hunted from the Garden of Eden. Commissioned by Vescovo Bernward (993-1022) Haut Relief, circa 1015. Abbey Church of St. Michael (Michaeliskirche) in Hildesheim, Germany); Luisa Ricciarini
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This print showcases a remarkable bronze door adorned with scenes from the Genesis story. Created in the Romanesque style during the 11th century, this masterpiece can be found at the Church of St. Michael in Hildesheim, Germany. The door depicts pivotal moments from Adam and Eve's journey in the Garden of Eden. In one scene, they are seen eating the forbidden fruit from a broken tree, gaining knowledge of good and evil. The consequences of their actions unfold as they are later hunted and expelled from paradise. Commissioned by Vescovo Bernward between 993 and 1022, this high relief artwork is an exquisite example of medieval craftsmanship. The intricate carvings capture every detail with precision and skill. The symbolism behind this piece speaks to religious themes such as punishment, temptation, and redemption found within biblical narratives. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's fallibility and our constant struggle to resist temptation. Luisa Ricciarini expertly captures the essence of this extraordinary bronze door through her lens. Her photograph allows us to appreciate not only its artistic value but also its historical significance within German medieval art. Whether you're drawn to religious iconography or simply admire fine craftsmanship, this print offers a glimpse into an ancient world where art was used to convey profound stories that continue to resonate today.
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