Schepping van Eva 1541

Heinrich Aldegrever’s “Schepping van Eva” (Creation of Eve), a 1541 engraving, depicts the biblical story of God creating Eve from Adam’s rib. The detailed etching showcases God’s powerful presence as he reaches toward Adam, who lies prostrate in the foreground. The scene is set in a lush garden with a tree laden with fruit, hinting at the Garden of Eden. Aldegrever's precise lines and delicate shading create a sense of both awe and vulnerability in this iconic moment of creation. The inscription at the bottom references Genesis 1 and 2, grounding the image in its biblical context.