De zondeval 1519

Lucas van Leyden's "De zondeval" (The Fall of Man) is a masterful engraving from 1519. This intricate print portrays the biblical story of Adam and Eve's temptation and expulsion from the Garden of Eden. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the finely rendered figures, the lush foliage, and the serpent slithering around the Tree of Knowledge. This artwork exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style, known for its realistic depictions and profound religious themes, and is housed in the Rijksmuseum.