Il les envoya deux a deux
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of James Jacques Joseph Tissot's Il les envoya deux a deux 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 Il les envoya deux a deux (He Sent Them Out Two by Two) is a captivating late 19th-century biblical scene radiating quiet solemnity. The painting depicts Christ sending his disciples in pairs—clad in flowing robes against a sun-drenched landscape—with delicate brushwork characteristic of Tissot’s mature style. Golden light bathes the composition, highlighting intricate textile patterns and the figures’ reverent expressions, bridging Pre-Raphaelite detail with burgeoning Symbolist spirituality. Created during Tissot’s religious epiphany following the death of his muse Kathleen Newton, this work belongs to his monumental Life of Christ series (1886-1894), originally exhibited with archeological precision at Paris’s Salon and later Chicago’s Columbian Exposition. Though overshadowed by contemporaries like Bouguereau academically, Tissot’s narrative clarity and hybrid realism-mysticism gained posthumous recognition, particularly influencing cinematic biblical imagery.
For interior spaces, this artwork’s warm ochres and azure accents thrive in transitional or classic settings—consider it above a console in a study with cognac leather chairs and brass desk accessories to echo its gilded tones. The horizontal composition suits wider walls (ideal for prints sized approximately 24x36 inches) and pairs beautifully with textured linens or faded Persian rugs that mirror its earthy palette. In modern offices, balance its ornate details with clean-lined shelving units in walnut, allowing the disciples’ gestures to become a focal point against minimalist backdrops. For ecclesiastical or academic spaces, display alongside antique maps or botanical prints to enhance its historical gravitas while maintaining color harmony through terracotta throw pillows or Limoges ceramics.
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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.
