The Fall of Man, from The Fall and Salvation of Mankind Through the Life and Passion of Christ 1508 - 1518

This woodcut print by Albrecht Altdorfer, titled "The Fall of Man," is part of a larger series depicting the Fall and Salvation of Mankind through the life and passion of Christ. Altdorfer, a prominent German Renaissance artist, depicts Adam and Eve, nude and with a serpent wrapping around the Tree of Knowledge, in a dense, stylized forest setting. The detail and intricate lines of the print are characteristic of Altdorfer's work. This print is a powerful portrayal of the original sin, illustrating the moment Eve takes the apple from the tree, marking the downfall of mankind.