Pharaoh and His Dead Son 1902

"Pharaoh and His Dead Son" (1902) by James Tissot depicts a scene from the Bible where an Egyptian Pharaoh mourns over the death of his son. The painting is a watercolor and is notable for its detailed and realistic style. The scene is set in a grand chamber, where the Pharaoh stands in grief over his son’s body lying on a bier. The emotional tension of the moment is conveyed through the Pharaoh’s posture and the somber expressions of the mourners surrounding him. Tissot is known for his works on biblical subjects, and this piece is a fine example of his skill in capturing the historical and emotional significance of these events.