“Adam“
“Lilith“
Oil on Canvas 35x70cm
2025
Explores power relations, morality, and gender norms through the myth of Adam and Lilith. In certain texts, the story of Adam and Lilith represents an early exploration of gender dynamics and power. Lilith, often depicted as Adam's first partner, refuses to be subservient and departs from the Garden of Eden, challenging the traditional hierarchy between men and women. This narrative contrasts sharply with the subsequent creation of Eve, who is portrayed as more compliant and whose story establishes the archetype of female submission.
These ancient themes echo in contemporary society’s perceptions of gender roles. The legacy of Lilith’s defiance and Eve’s conformity still influences cultural expectations. The percistance of these achetypes reveals how deeply rooted narratives shape societal attitudes towards gender.
Through symbolism taken from the Tree of Life and the Christian story, it depicts how women have historically been made scapegoats, while men's exercise of power is often excused or ignored.
