The Adam and Eve sculpture holds immense significance in The Art Thief as it becomes a powerful symbol of Stéphane's art theft and his complex relationship with Anne-Catherine. Created by Auguste Rodin, the sculpture itself represents the biblical figures of Adam and Eve, capturing their naked vulnerability and the dawning awareness of their sin. However, in the context of the story, the sculpture takes on a deeper meaning, reflecting the complexities of human emotions, desires, and moral dilemmas.

For the reader, the Adam and Eve sculpture serves as the introduction to his criminal activities. The sculpture's allure and value fuel Stéphane's passion for art, leading him to embark on a journey of art theft to possess such masterpieces. It becomes a representation of his yearning to preserve and protect art, and at the same time, symbolizes the forbidden fruit he cannot...