The Adoration of the Magi (L'adoration des mages) by James Tissot

The Adoration of the Magi (L'adoration des mages) - James Tissot - Oil Painting for Entryway

At a Glance

Looking for fine art oil painting with real brushwork? The Adoration of the Magi (L'adoration des mages) is reproduced by hand in oils on artist-grade canvas after James Tissot. The result is a piece of timeless oil painting wall decor that anchors an entryway and rewards a closer look.

About the Artwork

1886-1894
Opaque watercolor over graphite on gray wove paper
Brooklyn Museum, United States.

Complementing the narrative of the venerations by the humble shepherds, the Magi, guided by a moving star, traveled separately from their individual lands in the east in search of the newborn Jesus. Tissot depicts the Magi at the moment when their retinues meet in the vast, arid landscape of the volcanic hills on the shores of the Dead Sea between Jericho, the Kedron Valley, and Jerusalem. In his commentary, the artist notes that their flowing saffron robes a luxurious counterpoint to the simple woolens of the shepherds signal their status as astronomers.

Typically described as wise men and kings, the Magi present the Christ Child with gold, frankincense, and myrrh. In the series of watercolors, the Magi's visit to the grotto inexplicably appears after the presentation in the Temple, representing one of the curious inconsistencies in Tissot's construction of his Gospel harmony.

Every hand painted oil painting in this fine art series is finished on artist-grade canvas and checked against the original before it leaves the studio.

100% Hand Painted on Canvas

This is a genuine hand painted oil painting, not a canvas print. Our painters match the palette of The Adoration of the Magi (L'adoration des mages) by eye and build up the fine art forms in thin layers, which is what gives the finished fine art oil painting its luminosity.

Specifications & What You Receive

• 100% hand-painted oil painting on artist-grade canvas — never a print or digital reproduction.
• Supplied with a 2-inch blank border on all four sides for flexible entryway display options.
• Direct-from-studio worldwide delivery with no third-party resellers.
• Available canvas sizes for this hand painted oil painting: 20 X 24 in, 24 X 36 in, 30 X 40 in, 36 X 48 in, 48 X 72 in.
• Choose from standard sizes or request a custom dimension to fit your wall.
• Multiple low-cost carriers available, including DHL, UPS, FedEx and USPS.
• Complimentary stretching over wooden stretcher bars; ask us about a custom frame.
• Every order includes a pre-shipment digital preview for your approval.

Wall Decor & Gifting

Hang this fine art oil painting above a sofa, console, or bed to give an entryway an instant focal point. Its timeless palette works with both minimalist and period interiors, and the piece also makes a considered gift for housewarmings, weddings, and art lovers.

Ordering & Peace of Mind

Order The Adoration of the Magi (L'adoration des mages) as a hand painted oil painting on canvas and add lasting timeless character to your entryway. Custom sizes, a digital proof before dispatch, and secure worldwide shipping are included.