The Exodus

This painting portrays Moses guiding the Israelites out of Egypt, emphasizing leadership and divine intervention against a backdrop of sandy landscapes and distant mountains. Created in 1902 by Jacques Joseph Tissot, it exemplifies his signature style—realistic depictions of historical events infused with artistic beauty.

jacques joseph tissot

Discover Jacques Joseph Tissot (James Tissot), a 19th-century French painter renowned for his genre paintings of Belle Époque society, Victorian fashion & biblical scenes. Explore his realistic style and Japonisme influences.

The Jewish Museum

The Jewish Museum is an art museum illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of the global Jewish experience for all audiences. The first institution of its kind in the United States, it is one of the oldest Jewish Museums in the world.