The Expulsion from Eden Possibly 1780

"The Expulsion from Eden" is an anonymous 18th-century artwork depicting the biblical story of Adam and Eve's expulsion from the Garden of Eden. The piece, executed in pen and ink on red paper, uses a distinctive style of cut-paper work, a popular technique in the 18th century. This artwork shows a striking contrast between the detailed, intricately cut figures of Adam, Eve, and the angel, and the repetitive, geometric patterns of the background. The depiction of a serpent at the bottom of the composition further emphasizes the theme of temptation and the consequences of disobedience. The artwork's diminutive size and intricate detailing suggest its possible use as a devotional piece or as part of a larger collection of religious imagery.