Temptation and Expulsion of Adam and Eve c. 15th century

Curator: What strikes me first is this feeling of being kicked out into the real world—harsh, exposed, like waking from a vivid dream. Editor: This woodcut, "Temptation and Expulsion of Adam and Eve," attributed to Michel Wolgemuth, captures a pivotal moment. Curator: Yes, the detail is incredible—but it's the raw emotion, the sense of loss as they leave this walled paradise, that really resonates. Editor: Wolgemuth's portrayal is fascinating considering the religious and societal context of the time; the politics of sin and salvation so visually rendered. Curator: It makes me think of all the walls we create for ourselves, and the courage it takes to step outside them, even when we’re pushed. Editor: Indeed. The image offers a stark reminder of humanity's complex relationship with authority, choice, and the consequences that follow. Curator: Ultimately, it's a deeply human moment, isn't it? Editor: An iconic tale, filtered through the visual language of its time.