Adam Collection (#91)

CREATION. Six days of creation. Woodcut, c1511

BIBLE: THE CREATION. Woodcut from Miles Coverdales Bible, 1535, depicting the six days of creation from the Book of Genesis

ADAM AND EVE (The Fall of Man): ms. miniature from French Book of Hours, c. 1480

ADAM AND EVE. Persian manuscript illumination, c1290-1300

ADAM AND EVE, CAIN AND ABEL. Six episodes from story of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel. Illuminations from English Psalter, c1240

OLD TESTAMENT: ADAM & EVE. Satan spying on Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Line engraving, 18th century

ALBRECHT DURER: ADAM & EVE. Drawing, 1504

PACIFISM: JANE ADDAMS, 1915. Jane Addams and fellow pacifists on the S.S. Noordam enroute to Europe in 1915

MAP OF THE WORLD, 950. A map of the world, centering on Jerusalem, showing Adam and Eve. Spanish manuscript illumination from Commentary on the Apocalypse, c950

GILBERT: TENURES, 1738. Title page of Sir Geoffry Gilberts A Treatise of Tenures, published in 1738. Copy owned by U.S. President John Adams

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1916. A 14 year old boy working in the Mule Room at the Berkshire Cotton Mill, Adams, Massachusetts. Photographed by Lewis Hine on 10 July 1916

INDEPENDENCE DAY. Commemorative illustration of the 4th of July. Engraving, 1853

WHITE ELEPHANT, c1884. Poster for Adam Forepaughs Circus promoting the Light of Asia a supposedly white elephant, c1884

PRIMER, 18th CENTURY. Page from an 18th century primer using biblical terms to teach reading

QUINCY: ADAMS ACADEMY. A preparatory school opened in 1872 at Quincy, Massachusetts. The school closed in 1908 due to lack of enrollment. Photograph, c1890

ALABAMA CLAIMS TRIBUNAL. The representatives of the Alabama Claims tribunal, Jakob Stampfli, Federico Sclopis, Charles Francis Adams, Marcos Antonio de Araujo and Alexander Cockburn. Engraving, 1872

CIVIL WAR: HEADQUARTERS. Officers of the 1st Massachusetts Cavalry: unkown, Captain Edward A. Flint, Captain Charles Francis Adams Jr. Lt. George H

STATE PAPERS, 1782. Document ratifiying Dutch recognition of the United States, the first European country to do so, at The Hague, the Netherlands, 1782

TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, 1911. Lillian Stevens (1844-1914) and Anna Adams Gordon (1853-1931), members of the Womens Christian Temperance Union. Photograph, 1911

Adam and Eve on Cathedral of Saint James
Sibenik, Croatia

L Ambigu Comique
The Theatre de l Ambigu Comique in Paris associated with composers Mehul, Auber, Donizetti, Berlioz, Adam and Ambroise Thomas. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Comedie Francaise
The Comedie Francaise in Paris, associated with composers Etienne-Nicolas Mehul, Daniel Auber, Donizetti, Hector Berlioz, Adolphe Adam and Ambroise Thomas amongst others

Kedleston Hall near Derby, Derbyshire - the seat of the Curzon family whose name originates in Notre-Dame-de-Courson in Normandy Date: 1906

Cockney Humour - temptation
Salvation Army Captain: " When the Serpent tempted Eve" Bill: " Oh Chuck it! There wanted no bloomin snake

Budapest, Hungary; Chain Bridge (Szechenyi lanc-hid), architect William Tierney Clark, built by Adam Clark, at night

Adam and the serpent. circa 18th century

Adam and Eve sent out of Eden. 18th century

Picture No. 10900531
Steel Statue of Adam pulling rope Date:

The Trees of Life and Knowledge in the Garden of Eden. Woodcut from Gerard Leeus Boek van den Leven ons Heeren
ADAM AND EVE. The Trees of Life and Knowledge in the Garden of Eden. Woodcut from Gerard Leeus Boek van den Leven ons Heeren, Antwerp, Belgium, 1487

Picture No. 10900639
Steel Statue of Adam pulling rope Date:

Picture No. 10900640
Steel Statue of Adam pulling rope Date:

Polish poet. Daguerreotype (detail), 1853
ADAM MICKIEWICZ (1798-1855). Polish poet. Daguerreotype (detail), 1853

Still designed by Edouard Adam. From a mid-19th century wood engraving
DISTILLATION, 1801. Still designed by Edouard Adam. From a mid-19th century wood engraving

Flt Lt M J Adam in the cockpit of the Bristol 138A K4879
Flt Lt M.J. Adam in the cockpit of the Bristol 138A, K4879, receiving final instructions from Wg Cdr F.W. Woodhouse, DSO, MC, in command of Experimental Flying at Farnborough

Flt Lt M J Adam of the Royal Aircraft Establishment
Flt Lt M.J. Adam of the Royal Aircraft Establishment Experimental Section increased the world altitude record to 53, 937ft on 30 June 1937 in the Bristol 138A, K4879. Date: 1937

Having created the universe, the Earth and all living creatures, including man, God put Adam into a deep sleep and created Eve from Adams rib

Elias Howe (1819-1867), American inventor, patented the first lock-stitch sewing machine in 1846. Woman using a Howe machine. From Adams Illustrated Panorama of History, c1878. Chromolithograph

Title page of Adam Bede by George Eliot, from an edition of her collected novels published c1885. Adam Bede was first published 1859

Adam Bede, having got the better of Arthur Donnithorne in a fight, is horrified to see his rival lying unconcious. Adam Bede by George Eliot, first published 1859

God creating Adam. Chatres Cathedral stained glass window of the Good Samaritan. 13th century

Adam Smith, 18th century Scottish philosopher and economist. Smith (1723-1790) was the author of the highly influential Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations, published in 1776

Adam and Eve expelled from the Garden of Eden. From Armenian Evangelistery, 1587

After the trials and tribulations of the story Adam Bede declares his love to Dinah Morris, the Methodist preacher. Adam Bede by George Eliot, first published 1859

Mrs Poyser, wife of Hetty Sorrels farmer uncle, Martin Poyser, with Squire Donnithorne, whose son Arthur seduced Hetty. Mrs Poyser is possibly George Eliots most successful comic character

Adam and Eve, tempted by the Serpent, eat from the Tree of Knowledge and are expelled from the Garden of Eden by the Angel of the Lord

Italy, Emilia Romagna Region, Modena, marble bas-relief depicting temptation of Adam and Eve on Cathedral facade UNESCO World Heritage Site, 12th century

The Battle of Camperdown, 11 October 1797 (1799). The British fleet under Admiral Adam Duncan, defeated the Dutch under Admiral de Winter, who were then aligned with the French

Adam and Eve Weeping over Abels Body. Vranck van der Stockt (before 1420-c1495) South Netherlandish painter

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"Adam: A Timeless Figure in Art and Literature" In the realm of art and literature, it has been a captivating figure throughout history. From the delicate grace of Ballerina Anna Pavlova to the masterful strokes of Sir John Lavery's brush capturing her essence in the 1910s, Adam's presence is felt. As we delve into religious symbolism, Samuel Palmer's "Coming from Evening Church" transports us back to 1830, reminding us of Adam's biblical origins. The words "When Adam delved and Eve span" echo through time, resonating with Burne-Jones' depiction of their story in his iconic painting. Exploring mystical realms, we encounter the enigmatic Cabbala Tree of Life - a symbol that represents spiritual growth and enlightenment. Its branches intertwine with Tarot Card 19 - Le Soleil (The Sun), illuminating Adam's journey towards self-discovery. John Everett Millais captures poignant moments in his paintings "My First Sermon" and "My Second Sermon. " These works invite contemplation on faith and morality as they depict young children grappling with profound questions about life. Yet amidst these deep reflections lies Maude Adams' portrayal of Peter Pan - an embodiment of eternal youthfulness. Her performance as this beloved character reminds us that even within serious narratives like Adam's tale, there is room for joy and playfulness. Lastly, we glimpse into medieval manuscripts where rebellious angels fall from grace alongside Adam. This imagery from Jean Duke de Berry’s Tres Riches Heures serves as a reminder that every choice has consequences – both for individuals like Eve who succumb to temptation but also for humanity at large. Adam stands as an enduring symbol across various artistic mediums; he embodies our collective search for meaning, our struggles with morality, and our yearning for redemption.