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Adam and Eve Driven from Paradise (woodcut)
880327 Adam and Eve Driven from Paradise (woodcut) by Altdorfer, Albrecht (c.1480-1538); 7.1x4.7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: 2 13/16 x 1 7/8 in. (7.14 x 4.76 cm) (image)); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Funds from Mrs. Franklin M. Crosby Jr. and the William Hood Dunwoody Fund, 1947; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22231380
© Minneapolis Institute of Art Gift of Funds from Mrs. Franklin M. Crosby Jr. and the William Hood Dunwoody Fund, 1947 / Bridgeman Images
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This woodcut print, titled "Adam and Eve Driven from Paradise" by Albrecht Altdorfer, takes us back to the biblical story of humanity's expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Measuring 7.1x4.7 cm, this small yet powerful artwork is housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota. The image depicts Adam and Eve, our first ancestors, standing at the center of a lush garden as they are banished from their idyllic home. The artist skillfully captures their anguish and despair through intricate details etched into the woodcut. Their bodies are contorted with grief while their faces reveal a mix of sorrow and regret. Altdorfer's portrayal emphasizes both the physical and emotional toll that this momentous event had on Adam and Eve. We witness them being cast out due to their disobedience towards God's commandment not to eat from the forbidden tree. This woodcut print serves as a visual reminder of mankind's fallibility and our constant struggle between temptation and righteousness. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as sin, redemption, faith, and human nature within a religious context. As we gaze upon this profound work of art, we cannot help but be drawn into its narrative power – it transports us back to an ancient tale that continues to resonate with audiences today across different cultures and beliefs.
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