The Enemy Who Sows
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of James Jacques Joseph Tissot's The Enemy Who Sows 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 The Enemy Who Sows (1886-1894) is a striking biblical illustration from his renowned Life of Christ series, blending Pre-Raphaelite precision with Orientalist fascination. This tempera and gouache work depicts Christ's parable of the wheat and tares (Matthew 13:24-30), where luminous daylight reveals a Middle Eastern farmer sowing grain while Satan lurks ominously in shadow, scattering weeds. Typical of Tissot's archaeological approach after his 1886 Holy Land pilgrimage, the painting dazzles with photorealistic textures – from the sower's weathered skin to individual wheat stalks – while maintaining symbolic clarity through dramatic diagonals of light versus darkness. These 365 biblical watercolors revolutionized religious art by replacing Renaissance idealism with ethnographic accuracy, later influencing Hollywood biblical epics through their cinematic compositions and costume authenticity.
Measuring approximately 7 x 10 inches (original preview watercolor size), this contemplative piece shines in refined interiors needing spiritual depth without overt piety. Frame it in walnut浮动框with gilded slip to complement its earthy ochres and celestial blues, ideally hanging at eye-level in a reading nook or executive office with warm LED accent lighting. Its horizontal format balances vertical bookshelves or pairs elegantly with Arts & Crafts furniture, while the wheat field's golden tones harmonize with Farrow & Ball's "India Yellow" walls. For modern spaces, recreate Tissot's luminosity by positioning opposite large windows, letting changing daylight enhance the symbolic battle between illumination and shadow – a profound metaphor for workplaces facing ethical challenges. Avoid overcrowding; this narrative-rich work commands a 3-foot breathing space to appreciate its intricate storytelling.
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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.
