Adam and Eve with the Dead Abel 1900

"Adam and Eve with the Dead Abel" is a 1900 sculpture by Danish artist Carl Bonnesen, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The sculpture portrays a dramatic scene from the biblical story of Genesis, depicting Adam and Eve mourning the death of their son Abel, whose body lies at their feet. The sculpture's realistic portrayal of grief and anguish is heightened by the use of a naturalistic style. The figures are depicted in a state of emotional distress, and the overall effect of the sculpture is one of pathos and tragedy. The sculpture's size (115 x 155 x 118.5 cm) also contributes to its emotional impact, drawing the viewer into the intimate and poignant scene.