Wood carved bust showing Cain – fragment of a larger group showing Cain and Abel. Late 17th – early 18th century. Mounted on a modern wooden base. Total height: 45.5cm. In the book of Genesis, Cain and Abel are brothers and sons of Adam and Eve. Abel is a shepherd, while Cain is a farmer. Everyone offers a sacrifice to God. God favors Abel’s offering, which angers Cain. In a fit of jealousy and anger, Cain murders Abel. Condition due to age. Please take a look at the photo, s as they are a part of the description. Feel free to contact me for any further questions. Please contact me for the shippingcosts outside the European Union!!!!