The artwork, titled “The Transfiguration (La transfiguration),” was created by the French artist James Tissot. This religious painting is housed in the Brooklyn Museum, located in New York City, New York, United States.
In “The Transfiguration,” James Tissot illustrates the biblical event of the Transfiguration of Jesus. The composition is imbued with spiritual radiance, as Jesus stands at the center, enveloped in a brilliant, divine light that illuminates His white garments. Flanking Jesus are two venerable figures, often interpreted as the prophets Moses and Elijah, who engage in a solemn dialogue with Him. In the foreground, three of Jesus’ disciples—traditionally understood to be Peter, James, and John—are depicted in various postures of awe and reverence, signifying their overwhelmed response to the divine revelation they are witnessing. The background shows a rugged, mountainous landscape that enhances the spiritual and otherworldly atmosphere of the scene. This masterful depiction by Tissot combines meticulous detail with a profound sense of the sacred, making “The Transfiguration” a deeply moving piece within the realm of religious art.
