Tennis Court Oath

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Tennis Court Oath", originally brought to life by the talented Jacques Louis David. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Jacques Louis David and his artistic vision.

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The Tennis Court Oath (French: Le Serment du Jeu de Paume) is an incomplete painting by the French artist Jacques-Louis David, which was never fully realized, but its preparatory studies and its role in French Revolutionary iconography have made it an important work in the history of French art. The painting was intended to commemorate the pivotal event on June 20, 1789, during the French Revolution, when members of the Third Estate, who were locked out of a meeting of the Estates-General, gathered in a tennis court. There, they took an oath not to separate until a constitution had been established for France, signifying the first step towards the nation's constitutional monarchy.

The commission for the painting was given to David in 1791 by the Society of Friends of the Constitution, and it was meant to be a monumental canvas, measuring approximately 400 by 300 inches. David started working on the painting by making numerous preparatory sketches and portraits of the deputies involved in the oath. However, due to the turbulent political climate and the artist's own shifting allegiances, the work was never completed.

Although the full painting does not exist, David's preliminary work has been extensively studied and provides insight into his compositional process and political sympathies. The surviving sketches and David's detailed pen-and-ink drawing, which is housed in the Musée National du Château de Versailles, show a dramatic scene with Jean-Sylvain Bailly, the presiding officer, standing at a table in the center, surrounded by other deputies raising their hands in solidarity.

The legacy of the Tennis Court Oath painting lies in its embodiment of revolutionary fervor and the Neoclassical style that David was renowned for. It captures a moment of unity and resolve among the revolutionaries and serves as a visual representation of the birth of modern French democracy. Despite its unfinished state, the work is often referenced in discussions of Revolutionary art and is considered a significant project within David's oeuvre, reflecting the artist's engagement with the political and social upheavals of his time.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

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