Miraculous Haul of Fishes
- Artist
- Henry Ossawa Tanner
- Date
- 1914
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- National Academy Museum and School (National Academy of Design)
The painting titled Miraculous Haul of Fish depicts one of the biblical miracles, often considered a classic example of Religious painting. It illustrates the moment when Jesus, commanding the exhausted apostles working unsuccessfully in the Sea of Galilee, instructs them to try casting their nets once more. Their unexpected success results in a massive catch, symbolizing divine intervention and faith. The scene may evoke the emotional depth typical of Impressionism with expressive brushstrokes and vivid colors, emphasizing the wonder of the miracle. This event, called the miraculous draught of fish, highlights themes of trust, divine power, and abundance in religious art.
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