Zondeval 1530 - 1533

This small woodcut, created by an anonymous artist around 1530-1533, depicts the biblical story of Adam and Eve's fall from grace. The scene shows Adam and Eve seated beneath the Tree of Knowledge, with a serpent coiled around the trunk. Eve holds an apple, while Adam reaches out to the serpent, symbolizing the temptation and the fall of humanity. This artwork, measuring only 50 mm by 70 mm, demonstrates the powerful storytelling potential of even small-scale woodcuts, which were commonly used for religious and moral instruction during the 16th century. The image is both evocative and detailed, capturing the drama and significance of the original biblical account.