Adam and Eve c. 19th century

Editor: So, this is Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Müller’s "Adam and Eve." It's an engraving, and it feels very classical, almost serene. What do you make of this portrayal? Curator: There's a vulnerability here, a delicate balance between innocence and the precipice of knowledge. What strikes me is the almost gentle expression on Eve's face as she reaches for the apple, as if she's curious, not defiant. A snake with a human face, do you see it? It symbolizes something. Editor: Yes, the androgynous face gives a new point of view to the snake. Curator: What an intriguing dance of temptation and choice, isn't it? It's as if Müller invites us to ponder not just the biblical story, but our own human nature. Editor: It definitely gives me a lot to think about regarding temptation and knowledge.