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Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, 1620, by Peter Paul Ruben

Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, 1620, by Peter Paul Ruben


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Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, 1620, by Peter Paul Ruben

Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640). Flemish painter. Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, 1620. National Gallery. Prague. Czech Republic

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1620 Adam Angel Baroque Biblical Christianism Czech Eden Expel Expulsion Flanders Flemish Gallery Genesis Netherlands Peter Prague Pulling Rubens Skeleton Sternberg Testament


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Peter Paul Rubens's masterpiece, Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, painted in 1620, is a captivating representation of one of the most well-known stories in the Christian Old Testament. This Baroque painting, now housed in the National Gallery in Prague, Czech Republic, depicts the moment when Adam and Eve are expelled from the Garden of Eden by an angry angel, following their disobedience to God's commandment. Adam, with a pained expression on his face, is shown holding on to the rib of his wife, Eve, who is being pulled away by the stern-looking angel. The couple's once idyllic existence in the Garden of Eden is now replaced by the harsh realities of the modern age. The skeletal figures of Adam and Eve in the background symbolize the consequences of their disobedience - mortality and the passage of time. Rubens's use of light and shadow, as well as his mastery of anatomy and movement, are evident in this powerful and dynamic painting. The intricate details of the figures' hair, the folds of their clothing, and the textures of the leaves and branches all contribute to the overall effect of this stunning work of art. The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden is not only a religious scene but also a historical and cultural artifact that provides insight into the artistic and religious traditions of the 17th century, particularly in Flanders and the Netherlands. This painting continues to captivate audiences with its timeless storytelling and beautiful execution.

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