About the creation
Cain and Abel presenting their offerings: Scene from student production of The Sacrifice of Cain and Abel, from the York Mystery Cycle
Artist name: Unknown artist
Cain (on the left) stands holding a bundle of wheat, while Abel kneels and prays over a lamb, lying on his altar. By Cain’s side is a dark figure, representing the evil inclination. Next to Abel stands a cowled female, representing grace.
Source: Genesis 4
Technique: Photograph
Location: University of California, Berkeley
Date: 1979
