Adam and Eve in the Garden of Paradise

1549

Not on view

The obverse of this medal depicts the Fall of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Paradise. The reverse depicts the Expulsion of Adam and Eve.

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Title: Adam and Eve in the Garden of Paradise
Artist: Medalist: Master of 1549
Date: 1549
Culture: German
Medium: Silver-gilt
Dimensions: Diameter: 2 3/8 in. (60 mm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Gift of C. Ruxton Love Jr., 1964
Object Number: 64.304.4
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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