Adam and Eve flank a blue-trunked apple tree with yellow and red apples and green leaves; red devil figure and blue striped snake in treetop; small red deer-like animal and three-dimensional leaves and flowers in front of figures on ground; bright colors

%C2%A9 Josefina Aguilar

Adam and Eve, c. 1985

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Gift of Charlotte Karlenexpand_more  2004.231.5

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Aguilar's sense of drama and liveliness as she approaches her work is evident in this depiction of Adam and Eve. Despite the lushness of the garden surrounding her, Eve's eyes are directed upwards, to the snake engaging her in conversation, and behind him, to the winged devil nestled in the trees. Adam seems captivated by Eve, peering eagerly around the tree to see her. The apple rests in her hand, as yet uneaten, but the viewer is left in no doubt about where this scene will end.

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Title
Adam and Eve
Artist Life
born 1945
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2004.231.5
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Adam and Eve flank a blue-trunked apple tree with yellow and red apples and green leaves; red devil figure and blue striped snake in treetop; small red deer-like animal and three-dimensional leaves and flowers in front of figures on ground; bright colors

© Josefina Aguilar

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