Vision After The Sermon; Jacob Wrestling With The Angel
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Gauguin's Vision After The Sermon; Jacob Wrestling 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
Paul Gauguin’s Vision After The Sermon; Jacob Wrestling With The Angel (1888) is a striking portrayal of religious fervor and mysticism, blending symbolism with bold Post-Impressionist innovation. Set against a vivid red ground, Breton women in traditional garb witness the biblical struggle of Jacob and the angel—transposed into their collective vision. Gauguin flattens perspective, using Japanese woodblock-inspired composition and radical color contrasts to depict spiritual transcendence. This work marked his break from Impressionism, embracing cloisonnism (bold outlines and unmodulated hues) to express inner experience over realism. Its significance lies in challenging artistic conventions, influencing early modernists like the Nabis and Fauves. The painting remains a cornerstone of Symbolist art, embodying Gauguin’s quest for "primitive" purity and emotional depth beyond Western naturalism.
For interiors, this masterpiece commands attention—its intense scarlet background and dynamic forms suit spaces needing bold focal points. In a study or lounge, hang it against muted walls (charcoal or beige) to amplify its drama while maintaining balance. Pair with rustic wood furniture or sleek mid-century pieces for contrast; avoid competing patterns. The red tones harmonize with deep blues, ochres, or earthy greens—consider upholstery or ceramics in these hues for cohesion. A gilded frame enhances its ceremonial gravity, but a minimalist floater frame modernizes it. Ideal dimensions (73 × 92 cm) demand generous wall space: place it at eye level above a console or sofa, ensuring 60–80 cm clearance for immersive viewing. In offices, it sparks creativity, though avoid overwhelming smaller rooms—opt instead for a high-quality print scaled proportionally to maintain impact without dominance.
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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.
