Jakob's fight with the angel
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Eugene Delacroix's Jakob's fight with the angel into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Eugene Delacroix's Jacob Wrestling with the Angel (1856–1861) is a dramatic and emotionally charged masterpiece housed in Paris's Saint-Sulpice Church. Inspired by Genesis 32:22–32, the painting captures the biblical struggle between Jacob and a celestial being in a lush, shadowed forest. Delacroix, a leading Romantic painter, employs bold brushstrokes and dynamic contrasts of light and shadow, intensifying the scene’s tension. Jacob’s straining muscles and the angel’s ethereal glow embody Romanticism’s fascination with emotion, spirituality, and nature’s sublime power. Positioned late in Delacroix’s career, the work reflects his mature style—vivid color, expressive movement, and a rejection of Neoclassical restraint. Its monumental scale (751 × 485 cm) and spiritual gravitas cement its place as a pivotal link between religious tradition and modern artistic expression, influencing Symbolists and Post-Impressionists like Gauguin.
For interiors seeking depth and drama, this painting’s rich hues—deep greens, earthy browns, and celestial golds—pair well with warm wood tones or muted, textured walls. Ideal for spacious rooms with high ceilings, a framed reproduction could anchor a study or office, commanding attention above a desk or leather sofa. Balance its intensity with minimalist furniture or soft lighting to avoid visual clutter. Smaller giclée prints on matte paper can add sophistication to a gallery wall, harmonizing with jewel-toned accents or gold decor. In eclectic spaces, juxtapose it with rustic elements (exposed brick, vintage rugs) or modern metallics for contrast. The scene’s vertical energy suits narrow walls or stairwells, echoing movement in the architecture. For offices, it symbolizes perseverance—powerful in creative industries or executive settings. Always opt for museum-grade framing to honor its grandeur.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
