Paradise — Herri met de Bles

Herri met de Bles. Painted c. 1541 - c. 1550.

The mountainous, heavily wooded landscape in this tondo is Paradise. Represented around the fountain, the source of life, are episodes from the story of Adam and Eve, the world’s first couple. The earth is encircled by two spheres, which refer to the creation of the sun, moon and stars, and to the separation of heaven from the sea.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Philips Wing, Room 1.2.

panel, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 45.5 × 46.6 cm

Print: 45.5 × 46.6 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200108236. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.