Adam and Eve in Paradise

David Teniers the Younger

Created:

Movement:

1659

Baroque

key Notes:

Flemish Baroque, Biblical Scene

Dimensions:

8 3/4 x 6 1/2 in. (22.3 x 16.5 cm)

medium:

Oil on panel, over traces of underdrawing in black

Difficulty:

Advanced

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story of the work:

"Adam and Eve in Paradise," created by David Teniers the Younger in 1659, depicts the biblical figures in a lush, idyllic setting, reflecting the artist's interest in combining religious themes with natural beauty. The painting is characterized by Teniers' detailed brushwork and vibrant color palette, typical of his style, and is part of the collection at the Museo del Prado in Madrid.

Description of the work:

"Adam and Eve in Paradise," painted by David Teniers the Younger in 1659, depicts the biblical figures in a lush, idyllic landscape characterized by vibrant colors and intricate details. The composition features a harmonious arrangement of flora and fauna, with the figures rendered in naturalistic forms, emphasizing their connection to the serene environment surrounding them.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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