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Adam and Eve, engraved by Pietro Monaco, c. 1741-52 (engraving)
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Adam and Eve, engraved by Pietro Monaco, c. 1741-52 (engraving)
XJF472225 Adam and Eve, engraved by Pietro Monaco, c.1741-52 (engraving) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraved by Pietro Monaco (1707-72) Italian printmaker); Italian, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "Adam and Eve" transports us back to the biblical Garden of Eden. Created by Italian printmaker Pietro Monaco between 1741 and 1752, this exquisite piece is a reproduction of an original painting by Jacopo Robusti Tintoretto. The scene depicts Adam and Eve in their idyllic paradise, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. The couple stands near the infamous Tree of Knowledge, its branches heavy with forbidden fruit – most notably, the iconic apple that would forever change mankind's fate. Eve appears transfixed by the tantalizing temptation before her, while Adam gazes at her with a mixture of concern and curiosity. This moment captures the pivotal instant when they are about to succumb to their desires and take a bite from the forbidden fruit. Monaco's masterful engraving technique brings every intricate detail to life: from the delicate folds of fabric on Adam's body to Eve's flowing locks cascading down her shoulders. The artist skillfully conveys both human vulnerability and divine beauty through his work. This timeless artwork serves as a reminder of humanity's fall from grace but also celebrates our capacity for free will and choice. It invites viewers to reflect on themes such as temptation, knowledge, sin, redemption, and ultimately our shared human experience throughout history. Now preserved in a private collection but made available for public appreciation through Fine Art Finder website (www. bridgemanart. com), this remarkable engraving continues to captivate
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