The passage of Jordan
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Brassey Hole's The passage of Jordan 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
William Brassey Hole's The Passage of Jordan is a dramatic historical painting that captures a pivotal biblical moment with raw emotional intensity. Executed in Hole's signature academic style, the 1889 oil masterpiece depicts the Israelites crossing the Jordan River as described in Joshua 3-4, where priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant stand mid-current as waters miraculously part. The composition thrums with tension - muscular figures strain against swirling currents, their robes clinging to wet skin, while golden light breaks through stormy skies in symbolic divine intervention. Hole's meticulous draftsmanship, honed through Edinburgh training and archaeological studies, lends archaeological veracity to the sacred scene. This work exemplifies late-Victorian narrative painting's marriage of technical precision with theatrical storytelling, earning acclaim when exhibited at London's Royal Academy. Notable for its cinematic scale (measuring 183×305 cm) and dynamic diagonals, the painting bridges Pre-Raphaelite detail with emerging Symbolist tendencies, securing Hole's reputation as Britain's foremost biblical history painter of his era.
For optimal display, The Passage of Jordan requires thoughtful spatial planning reflecting its heroic proportions and tonal complexity. Ideally hung in a study or executive office with 4+ meter ceilings, its epic scale commands a focal wall opposite floor-to-ceiling windows to balance natural illumination. Complement its Renaissance-inspired palette with walnut wainscoting or Venetian plaster walls in warm taupe, allowing the painting's umber and ochre tones to resonate. Framing should mirror its narrative gravitas - consider a 15cm Florentine gilt frame with acanthus leaf motifs. Pair with subdued Georgian furnishings in chestnut leather and brass accents to reinforce its historical aura, avoiding modern minimalism that would clash with the work's detailed brushwork. Strategic spotlighting at 30-degree angles enhances the dramatic chiaroscuro, while maintaining 2.5m clearance from seating areas ensures comfortable viewing of this psychologically charged masterpiece.
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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.
