Adam and Eve Driven from Paradise 1902

"Adam and Eve Driven from Paradise" is a painting created by James Tissot in 1902, just a year before his death. Tissot's work was known for its realism and meticulous detail. This painting depicts the biblical story of Adam and Eve being expelled from the Garden of Eden by an angel with a flaming sword. The painting's emotional weight is evident in the sorrowful expressions of Adam and Eve as they are forced to leave their paradise behind. The stark contrast between the lushness of the garden and the harshness of the world beyond emphasizes the consequences of their disobedience. Tissot's painting is a testament to the enduring power of religious imagery and serves as a timeless reminder of the cost of sin.