The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 7, 2026

A patinated bronze sculpture depicts a tall, slender candelabrum. A thin stem rises from four reclining lions to a forked top featuring small perching figures on decorative scrollwork. In a symmetrical composition, a nude Adam stands left holding a small object, while Eve stands right with cloth draped around her legs. Both support candle cups atop their heads. The piece rests on a circular, mottled cream and brown marble base.

"Adam and Eve" Candelabrum

c. 1916

maker

Paul Manship

(American, 1885–1966)

America, New York

Patinated bronze and marble

Overall: 148.6 x 31.8 cm (58 1/2 x 12 1/2 in.)

Gift of the family of Sydell L. Miller 2025.582.2

Location: Not on view

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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/2025.582.2