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Eve before the Apple Tree (Eve de dos devant le pommier)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an etching of a person standing in a natural setting. The figure is viewed from the back, standing upright with hair tied back. The face is not shown. The person is nude and there are no visible clothing or accessories. Surrounding the individual is a tree on the left side, with branches and fruit. The foreground features tall grass and two small animals that resemble rabbits. The background shows a landscape with minimal detailing to emphasize the person and tree. The word "EVE" is inscribed near the bottom right, along with a signature.

Artwork Details

Date
1892
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4491 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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