Le repas chez le pharisien
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of James Jacques Joseph Tissot's Le repas chez le pharisien 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 Le repas chez le pharisien (The Pharisee's Meal) immerses viewers in a vivid biblical scene from Luke 7:36-50, where a repentant woman anoints Christ's feet during a banquet. Painted circa 1886-1894 as part of Tissot's Life of Christ series, the work exemplifies his meticulous realism and fascination with historical accuracy in costumes and settings. The composition hums with tension—Pharisees recline at the lavishly set table in postures of judgment, their ornate robes contrasting with the humility of the kneeling woman. Tissot’s signature blend of Academic precision and subtle Symbolist undertones elevates this moment of spiritual reckoning, rendered with photographic detail thanks to his use of gouache over graphite. As one of 365 watercolor studies later reproduced as engravings, this piece reflects the artist’s anthropological approach to sacred narratives, bridging Victorian Orientalism and modern biblical illustration—a project that earned him international fame and influenced religious art interpretations in the late 19th century.
For interiors, this masterpiece demands considered placement. Its horizontal format (original dimensions approximately 22×38cm) suits a study or dining area above a console table, where the banquet theme creates conceptual harmony. Frame it in distressed gold to complement the painting’s warm umber tones and gilded tableware, ensuring matting balances the intricate details. In minimalist spaces, let it serve as a dramatic focal point against sage green or terracotta walls that echo the Pharisee’s robes and Middle Eastern setting. Corporate settings benefit from its narrative depth in executive lounges—pair with walnut shelving and leather furnishings to underscore its historical gravitas. Avoid high-traffic zones; the delicate gouache reproduction requires indirect lighting to preserve color richness while allowing viewers to linger over Tissot’s storytelling nuances.
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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.
