Theology, Anthropology, Archeology

Artist Arthur Lismer (Canadian, 1885 - 1969)

Datec. 1930

Mediumoil pastel (?)

DimensionsImage: 25.9 × 31.6 cm (10 3/16 × 12 7/16 in.) Framed: 36 × 46.2 cm

ClassificationsFINE ART

Credit LineGift of Eugen Bacherman

Object number2021.003.002

DescriptionCommentary on the Scope trial. T shape framing two men seemingly arguing. The man on the left (William Jennings Bryan) represents Theology, wearing a black robe and hat, thumping a Bible. Behind him, two human forms identified as Adam and Eve and a snake peeking from behin a tree. The man on the right (Clarence Darrow) represents Science and is shown digging for archaeological and anthropological truths. Behind him, a perched monkey gives a peace sign.

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