Adam en Eva 1723

Jacob Folkema's "Adam en Eva" (1723) depicts the biblical story of Adam and Eve's expulsion from the Garden of Eden. This black and white etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Folkema's detailed style. Adam and Eve, nude, stand amidst a lush landscape with a snake winding its way up a tree. The presence of a deer in the foreground hints at the innocence lost through the couple's disobedience. Folkema's depiction of the story captures the melancholic nature of this biblical tale, resonating with viewers for its symbolic and emotional impact.