Type of Jew

Type of Jew by James Tissot
Artist
James Tissot
Date
1886 - 1889
Style
Realism
Genre
Sketch and study
Location
Brooklyn Museum
"Type of Jew" is a provocative artwork that examines harmful stereotypes rooted in the antisemitic trope of Jewish deicide, the false allegation that Jews are collectively responsible for Jesus's death. The piece explores this charged subject through a sketch and study process, emphasizing the thematic tension between Realism and more conceptual approaches. Rendered with Paper and Ink, the work provokes viewers to critically reflect on the origins and persistence of this damaging accusation, which has its roots in early Christian writings and biblical passages like Matthew 27:24–25.

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