Agnus-Dei: The Scapegoat
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of James Jacques Joseph Tissot's Agnus-Dei: The Scapegoat 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
James Jacques Joseph Tissot’s Agnus-Dei: The Scapegoat (c. 1890) is a striking biblical allegory that captures the tension between sacrifice and redemption. The painting depicts a solitary goat, bound with a scarlet ribbon—an emblem of sin and atonement in Judeo-Christian tradition—set against a barren, dusk-lit landscape. Tissot’s meticulous realism, honed during his career as a society painter, combines with symbolic depth, reflecting his later turn toward religious subjects after a spiritual awakening. Rendered with delicate brushwork and subdued earth tones contrasted by the vivid scarlet, the work echoes Pre-Raphaelite attention to detail while embracing a solemn, almost theatrical composition. Though less celebrated than his Life of Christ series, Agnus-Dei exemplifies Tissot’s unique blend of academic precision and narrative weight, bridging 19th-century Romanticism and the emerging Symbolist movement.
For interior styling, Agnus-Dei commands a contemplative space—ideal for a study, library, or serene office corner. Its muted ochres and grays pair elegantly with warm wood tones, leather furnishings, or textured linen upholstery, while the scarlet ribbon offers a subtle accent for rich burgundies or terracotta décor. Frame it in an ornate gilded or distressed wood border to enhance its antique gravitas and match traditional, Victorian-inspired interiors. A medium-to-large scale (around 24" x 36") ensures visibility without overwhelming smaller rooms, while a spotlight or directional lighting can heighten its dramatic contrast. Avoid cluttered walls; instead, let it anchor a minimalist arrangement alongside vintage maps or botanical prints to underscore its narrative solemnity and timeless appeal.
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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.
