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Adam and Eve, 1504. Creator: Albrecht Dürer (German, 1471-1528)
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Adam and Eve, 1504. Creator: Albrecht Dürer (German, 1471-1528)
Adam and Eve, 1504. Durer based Adams pose on the Apollo Belvedere, a Roman sculpture discovered in Italy during the late 1400s. He constructed the idealized bodies of Adam and Eve using geometry and a mathematical system of proportion loosely derived from ancient models. For Durer, who mostly depicted Christian subjects, the creation of theoretically perfect human bodies was a pathway to comprehending the divine. He thus represented Adam and Eve as he understood them in both theological and artistic terms: moments before tasting the forbidden fruit, they are still uncorrupted by sin and death, existing in a state of faultless beauty
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1471 1528 Albrecht Durer Albrecht Dürer German Early 16th Century
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This print showcases Albrecht Dürer's iconic masterpiece, "Adam and Eve" from 1504. Dürer, a renowned German artist of the Renaissance period, drew inspiration for Adam's pose from the Apollo Belvedere, an ancient Roman sculpture discovered in Italy during the late 15th century. Employing his exceptional skill in geometry and mathematical proportions derived from classical models, Dürer meticulously constructed the idealized bodies of Adam and Eve. While primarily focused on Christian subjects throughout his career, Dürer believed that creating flawlessly proportioned human figures was a means to comprehend divinity itself. In this profound artwork, he portrays Adam and Eve just moments before succumbing to temptation by tasting the forbidden fruit. At this juncture, they remain untainted by sin or death; their faultless beauty radiates with purity. The engraving captures both theological and artistic interpretations as envisioned by Dürer himself. The image encapsulates his deep understanding of these biblical characters while showcasing his technical mastery. This early 16th-century masterpiece is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Heritage Art/Heritage Images presents this remarkable print as part of its collection celebrating Germany's artistic heritage during the Renaissance era. It serves as a testament to Albrecht Dürer's enduring legacy as one of history's most influential artists whose work continues to inspire generations worldwide.
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