The Temptation of Adam and Eve
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio or Santi) · early 18th century
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"The Temptation of Adam and Eve" is a sculpture attributed to Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio or Santi), dated to the early 18th century. It is crafted from lead, cast and chased, and covered with black lacquer, measuring 22 1/2 × 24 1/4 inches (57.2 × 61.6 cm).
This piece is classified as European Sculpture and Decorative Arts. It was acquired by The Metropolitan Museum of Art through the Rogers Fund in 1938.
Evidence for the culture of origin, previous ownership (provenance), and exhibition history is not provided in the supplied catalogue data. No specific literature related to this artwork is cited.
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