The Third Denial of Peter. Jesus' Look of Reproach by James Tissot

The Third Denial of Peter. Jesus' Look of Reproach - James Tissot - Oil Painting Wall Decor

Product Overview

For collectors searching fine art oil painting, The Third Denial of Peter. Jesus' Look of Reproach is a dependable choice. Painted in layered oils on canvas after James Tissot, this classic work reads equally well as classic canvas wall art and as a thoughtful housewarming gift.

Composition & Subject

Le troisième reniement de Saint Pierre. Le regard de reproche de Jésus
1886-1894
Opaque watercolor over graphite on gray wove paper
Brooklyn Museum, United States.

When warned by Jesus that he would deny him three times before the cock crowed before the dawn Peter vehemently objected, asserting his fidelity and pledging to die alongside Jesus.

However, the prophecy is realized. Peter first denies his status as a disciple to the maidservant who points an accusatory finger at him while guarding the door to the chief priest's chamber. Later, admitted to the priest's rooms, where he warms himself by the fire, Peter again rejects the association when asked a second time; his hands are raised in protest as all await his response.

Finally, questioned a third time, Peter again denies knowing Jesus, just as the cock crows. Betrayed by his disciple, as he had foretold, Jesus in this image looks in Peter's direction with sadness, as he is escorted away by a jeering crowd. Peter hides from view behind a thick stone archway, his arm covering his face.

Eager to provide insight into the precise timing of the events as they unfolded, Tissot in his commentary refers to his experiences of the Middle East and suggests that the rooster's third crowing must have occurred at around three in the morning.

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.

How It Is Made

Expect subtle, hand-made variation rather than factory uniformity. Each fine art canvas is painted with oils, allowed to cure properly, and inspected before it is approved for shipment.

What Is Included

• Every fine art canvas is hand painted in oils; no mechanical or digital reproduction at any stage.
• An extra 2-inch blank border is left around all edges for easy stretching and framing.
• Studio-direct pricing and worldwide shipping on every fine art oil painting order.
• Quick turnaround — most in-stock fine art paintings ship in 3–10 working days.
• Available canvas sizes for this hand painted oil painting: 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.
• Choose from DHL, UPS, FedEx, USPS and other competitively priced carriers.
• Free professional stretching on wooden stretcher bars — contact us for framing options.
• A digital photo of your finished painting is emailed for approval before shipment.

Styling & Placement

Wondering where fine art oil painting looks best? Try a bedroom mantel, a dining room sideboard, or a hallway gallery wall. The fine art subject reads clearly from a distance and rewards close viewing up near.

Delivery, Sizes & Guarantee

In short: The Third Denial of Peter. Jesus' Look of Reproach - James Tissot - Oil Painting Wall Decor combines a classic composition, a 100% hand painted oil painting process, and the flexibility of made-to-order canvas sizes — a dependable choice for fine art oil painting and bedroom wall art.