Verzoeking van Adam en Eva in het paradijs 1529

Sebald Beham’s 1529 engraving, *Verzoeking van Adam en Eva in het paradijs*, is a small but powerful depiction of the biblical story of Adam and Eve's temptation. Adam stands with a look of fear and agony as Eve, with a seductive gaze, offers him the forbidden fruit. The composition is intimate, placing the figures close together, highlighting the tension and the moment of transgression. This intricate engraving showcases Beham’s skill in capturing human emotions and creating a compelling narrative within a small format. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to the enduring power of the biblical story and the artist's mastery of the printmaking technique.