The Fall of Man

1529

Lucas van Leyden

Associated Names
Lucas van Leyden

Artist, Netherlandish, 1489/1494 - 1533

This is a drawing of a biblical scene featuring two figures and a tree with a serpent. The scene highlights two nude figures, one standing and one seated, with the standing figure holding a leafy branch and the seated figure holding a round object. Behind the seated figure is a tree entwined by a serpent which gazes towards the figures. The composition is framed by lush foliage and a hilly landscape in the background. The drawing uses intricate lines and shading to create texture and depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 11.8 x 7.8 cm (4 5/8 x 3 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5663

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 9, State (a)

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-

Wikidata ID

Q65023419

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