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The Fall of Man [obverse]

Hans Reinhart the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The relief scene depicts two nude human figures, a male and a female, standing on either side of a central tree with a serpent coiled around its trunk. The figures interact with the tree, surrounded by foliage and small details. The sculpture is made of metallic material, appearing gold in color with a lustrous and reflective quality. It is a circular medallion with a decorative outer edge and inscription running along the circumference.

Artwork Details

Date
1536
Medium
gilded bronze
Dimensions
4885 × 5677 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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