Expulsion from Paradise 1565 - 1630

Antonio Tempesta's "Expulsion from Paradise" (1565-1630) is a powerful depiction of the biblical story of Adam and Eve being cast out of the Garden of Eden. The scene is filled with drama and emotion, as the angel wielding a sword forces Adam and Eve to leave their home. The serpent, symbolic of temptation, is shown slithering away, adding to the sense of loss and despair. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights Tempesta's mastery in capturing the anguish and tragedy of the biblical narrative.