Jacob Deceives Isaac
- Artist
- James Tissot
- Date
- c.1896 - c.1902
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled 'Jacob Deceives Isaac' vividly depicts the biblical moment when Jacob, with the help of his mother Rebecca, tricks his aging father Isaac into blessing him instead of Esau. Utilizing gouache, the artist captures the tense yet subtle expressions, evoking the Symbolism often found in religious paintings. The scene is arranged on a board-like surface, emphasizing the narrative's foundational importance. This artwork not only recounts a pivotal biblical story from Genesis but also reflects themes of deception and divine providence, characteristic of its spiritual and historical significance.
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