Adam Naming the Animals
Artist
Jan Saenredam
(Dutch, 1565 - 1607)
After
Abraham Blomaert
(Dutch, 1566 - 1651)
Titles
- Plate 1 from History of the First Parents of Man
Date1604
MediumEngraving
DimensionsSheet: 11 x 7 15/16 in. (28 x 20.2 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Robert Getscher from the Getscher-Wilkinson Collection
CultureDutch
MarkingsCollector's stamp on verso
PortfolioHistory of the First Parents of Man: pl. 1
Object numberPC2014.14.02
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionAdam stands with his right hand resting on the head of a cow and the other gesturing outward to the animals surrounding him. A peacock perches in a tree just behind him, along with other birds flying in the sky beyond. Directly at Adam's feet are rabbits, a dog, sheep, and a curling snake creeping up behind Adam's ankle in the shadow of the tree. Beyond them, a herd of animals gather both real and imagined: cows, camels, an elephant, lions, a deer, and a unicorn rearing its head. This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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