Artwork
Creation of Eve
Creation of Eve is a print by Jean-Baptiste Haussard. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
La création d’Ève is an 18th-century print produced by Jean-Baptiste Haussard in 1750, based on a design by Giulio Romano. The work depicts the biblical scene of Eve's creation on paper through engraving.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates the Creation of Eve, with a robed figure (likely God) pointing to Eve, while Adam lies nearby in a serene garden setting, complete with trees, animals, and a contemplative Adam resting his head on his hand.
Technique & Style
Haussard translated Romano’s original composition into print form using engraving techniques, faithfully reproducing the design on paper.
History & Provenance
Produced in 1750 by Haussard after Giulio Romano’s design, the print’s provenance is not detailed here, though similar works can be found in collections like the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Baptiste Haussard worked in printmaking at the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries.
