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Adam and Eve, by Albrecht Dürer, ink, 1504

Adam and Eve

Albrecht Dürer

1504

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Adam and Eve is a 1504 ink by Albrecht Dürer, a Northern Renaissance work, depicting Clothed Male, Naked Female, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Albrecht Dürer
When & what style?
1504 · Northern Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows Adam and Eve standing naked in a landscape. They look relaxed, with Adam leaning on a tree. The details in this work are interesting because Dürer added subtle textures to the figures and trees, which makes them look more realistic. Dürer was known for his attention to detail, and this work is no exception. He used simple lines and shapes to create a sense of depth and volume. Check out the technique of engraving used by artist: Dürer, Albrecht

About the artist

Portrait of Albrecht Dürer
Artist

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.

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