Collector’s Edition Fine Art Print
Museum-quality reproduction printed on Master’s Edition archival paper.
Painted between 1767 and 1770, The Temptation of Adam is a commanding example of
James Barry’s early ambition as a history painter. Inspired by John Milton’s
Paradise Lost, the composition captures the decisive instant before innocence is lost—an image
shaped by moral tension, classical form, and theatrical light.
Barry’s Rome-trained neoclassicism is clear in the sculptural anatomy and disciplined structure.
Adam recoils in hesitation; Eve advances with persuasive certainty; the serpent coils as a quiet,
potent emblem of transgression. The result is not merely narrative illustration, but a study in
human choice and consequence—one that rewards sustained looking.
Why Collectors Choose This Work
Irish neoclassical masterwork: A serious, museum-held history painting by one of Ireland’s most ambitious artists.
Miltonic drama: A rare visual engagement with the psychological theatre of Paradise Lost.
Symbolic depth: Motifs of temptation and fall, balanced by allusions to redemption.
Statement presence: A powerful vertical composition suited to libraries, studies, and formal interiors.
Collector’s Edition – Materials & Craftsmanship
Paper: Master’s Edition archival paper (matte, uncoated, natural off-white)
Paper weight: 250 gsm (110 lb)
Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils)
Archival standard: Acid-free (pH 7+) to help prevent yellowing over time
Print method: Archival pigment inks for exceptional tonal depth and longevity
Sustainability: FSC-certified paper (or equivalent)
