{"product_id":"meeting-of-jacob-and-esau-francesco-hayez","title":"Meeting of Jacob and Esau - Francesco Hayez","description":"\u003cp\u003ePainted by Francesco Hayez, 'Meeting of Jacob and Esau' portrays the biblical reunion of the twin brothers Jacob and Esau. The painting captures the moment of their reconciliation, with Jacob bowing before Esau in a gesture of respect and humility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrancesco Hayez, a leading figure in Italian Romanticism, painted 'Meeting of Jacob and Esau'. This oil on canvas depicts the biblical reunion of the twin brothers Jacob and Esau, sons of Isaac, after a long separation. The narrative is drawn from the Book of Genesis. Jacob, returning to his homeland after years abroad, sends gifts ahead to appease his estranged brother, Esau. The painting captures the moment of their reconciliation, with Jacob bowing before Esau in a gesture of respect and humility. Esau, in turn, embraces Jacob, forgiving him for past transgressions. \n\nThe composition is carefully arranged, with the figures grouped around the central embrace. Jacob, dressed in simple robes, kneels before Esau, who is adorned in richer garments. The background features a procession of people and camels, suggesting Jacob's wealth and retinue. The soft, diffused light and muted colour palette contribute to the painting's sense of solemnity and emotional depth. Hayez's attention to detail and his ability to convey human emotion make this a compelling depiction of a significant biblical event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francesco Hayez","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57720140595535,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57720140923215,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57720140955983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57720140988751,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57720141021519,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Meeting-of-Jacob-and-Esau_Poster_CompositorV1_1779063485900.jpg?v=1779063999","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/meeting-of-jacob-and-esau-francesco-hayez","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}