Condition: This sculpture is in perfect condition
Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base: 20" X 6 1/2"
Marble Dimensions:6 1/2" X 6"

Height without base:19"
Weight:15 LBS
Inventory:18-Y2215781

Adam in the Garden of Eden Bronze Sculpture by Dalou

This evocative bronze sculpture brings to life the biblical tale of Adam, as told in the Book of Genesis. Fashioned by God from the dust, Adam is depicted walking amidst the lush Garden of Eden, entrusted "to work it and watch over it." Despite God's command to avoid the Tree of Knowledge, Adam's fate is sealed when he consumes the forbidden apple, handed to him by Eve, who was seduced by the serpent. The artwork captures the poignant moment after the fall, as a fig leaf now covers Adam’s once-unashamed nudity, and the apple is dropped from his hand as he seeks to hide from God's sight.

This sculpture, a powerful portrayal of man's fall from grace, is crafted with remarkable attention to detail. The artist uses the ancient lost-wax method of bronze casting, allowing for intricate textures and lifelike expressions. The brown patina finish gives the figure depth and warmth, enhancing the symbolic significance of the scene.

Mounted on a polished black marble base, this work of art is signed by the artist Dalou and bears the hallmark of European craftsmanship. It is a stunning piece for collectors of biblical or mythological art, embodying a timeless narrative of innocence, temptation, and consequence.