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The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise and Adam end Eve forced to work, relief on the portal with stories of Genesis, Jacopo della Quercia (1374 ca.-1438), Basilica of S. Petronio, Bologna
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The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise and Adam end Eve forced to work, relief on the portal with stories of Genesis, Jacopo della Quercia (1374 ca.-1438), Basilica of S. Petronio, Bologna
The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise and Adam end Eve forced to work, relief on the portal with stories of Genesis, Jacopo della Quercia (1374 ca.-1438), Basilica of S. Petronio, Bologna Bologna Low Relief, Basrelief Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1905 ca.. Date of Artwork:1430 ca.. Artist:Della Quercia Jacopo (1374-1438)
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-10594A-0000
Media ID 33113221
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This photograph captures a timeless masterpiece, "The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise and Adam end Eve forced to work" a relief on the portal with stories of Genesis by Jacopo della Quercia. Located in the Basilica of S. Petronio in Bologna, this artwork showcases the artist's mastery of Renaissance-Baroque styles. Dating back to around 1430, this low relief transports us to the biblical tale of Adam and Eve's expulsion from paradise. The intricate details carved into stone depict their anguish as they are banished from Eden, forever separated from its blissful existence. The expressions on their faces convey a mix of sorrow, regret, and acceptance as they come face-to-face with the harsh reality that awaits them outside paradise. Intriguingly, alongside this central scene lies another panel depicting Adam and Eve forced to work – a reminder of their new life filled with laborious tasks. Here we see them equipped with shovels and tools symbolizing farming and country life; it is an allegory for humanity's inherent connection to nature through hard work. Jacopo della Quercia's skillful craftsmanship shines through every detail captured in this photograph taken around 1905 by Alinari Fratelli. From the delicate folds in clothing to the nuanced facial expressions, each element tells a story within itself. As we gaze upon this remarkable print today, we are reminded not only of Della Quercia's artistic brilliance but also how art can transcend time and space. It serves as a testament to our shared human experiences across centuries – themes such as vocation, struggle against adversity, gender roles persisting throughout history. This photograph invites us into an exploration of European cultural heritage while simultaneously provoking contemplation about our own place within these narratives that have shaped civilization for millennia.
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