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Eve and the Serpent
Eve and the Serpent is an oil painting by the Naïve art artist Henri Rousseau. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
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Overview
Eve and the Serpent is a 1900 oil painting by Henri Rousseau, a French artist known for his self-taught style and association with Naïve art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a nude Eve standing in a dense jungle, holding a fruit and approached by a snake wrapped around a tree trunk, referencing the biblical story of the Fall of Man.
Technique & Style
Rousseau's characteristic use of dense foliage and vibrant colors creates a sense of depth and texture, with a warm sky visible through the leaves. The work showcases his distinctive post-Impressionist style, marked by a lack of formal training.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the Hamburger Kunsthalle collection. Initially met with critical ridicule, Rousseau's work is now recognized for its influence on avant-garde movements.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Henri Julien Félix Rousseau (French: ; 21 May 1844 – 2 September 1910) was a French post-Impressionist painter in the Naïve or Primitive manner.
