The Fall [obverse]

1956

John Angel (designer), Medallic Art Company (manufacturer)

Associated Names
John Angel

Designer, American, born England, 1881 - 1960

Medallic Art Company

Manufacturer, American, est. 1910 - closed 2016

The sculpture depicts a male and female figure. The male figure is standing, holding an outstretched arm backward, clasping a piece of fruit. The female figure is kneeling beside him, with one arm extending toward the serpent, which is depicted winding around her arm and shoulder. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees with dense foliage. The sculpture is circular in shape, with a bronze color. It is textured, providing depth to the figures and environment. Inscribed at the top and bottom are the words "THE WOMAN TEMPTED ME AND I DID EAT."
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The sculpture is a relief on a circular medal. It depicts an angel with wings and a flowing robe standing over a kneeling figure. The kneeling figure looks up at the angel. The angel holds a scroll with the inscription "VERBUM CARO FACTUM." The relief is in a bronze-colored material. Surrounding it are the words "BLESSED ART THOU AMONG WOMEN." The artwork shows detailed drapery and texture on the wings. The style is classical with smooth lines and a harmonious composition.

The Redemption [reverse]

John Angel, Medallic Art Company

1956


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gift 1956 of Clyde C. Trees through subscription to the Society of Medalists (Fifty-Third Issue) to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: THE WOMAN TEMPTED ME AND I DID EAT


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