The Entry into Jerusalem
Painting on canvas (framed format) • James Tissot (attributed/likely)
Style & Movement
Late 19th-Century Academic / Religious Realism
Medium & Technique
Oils on canvas, employing academic realist techniques with detailed figural rendering and atmospheric lighting
Creation Period
Late 19th Century (circa 1886-1894)
Dimensions & Format
Medium vertical rectangular format, approximately 24 x 36 inches visible within frame
Subject Description
The biblical narrative of Jesus entering Jerusalem on a donkey, surrounded by an applauding and reverent crowd, children laying garments and flowers in the path, characterized by historical realism and vivid crowd interaction
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The canvas appears stable with well-preserved pigments and standard aging consistent with late 19th-century works
Estimated Market Value
$50,000 - $150,000
Auction Estimate
$40,000 - $80,000
Provenance History
Likely passed through European or American private collections specializing in Victorian or religious academic art, housed in an ornate period giltwood frame
Art Historical Significance
Reflects James Tissot's major late-career shift toward meticulous biblical illustration, famously exhibited in Paris and London to widespread public acclaim, significantly impacting modern visualization of Gospel narratives
Notable Features
Housed in an ornate, deep-profile giltwood frame with a textured fabric liner, characteristic of late-19th-century salon presentation
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust, potential slight yellowing of old varnish layer, and typical craquelure appropriate for age
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional conservator, UV-protective glazing, and maintenance of stable climate-controlled environment (50% RH, 20°C)