The Story of Psyche: panel 2. Zephyr Transporting Psyche to the Island of Delight 1908

"The Story of Psyche: panel 2. Zephyr Transporting Psyche to the Island of Delight" (1908) by Maurice Denis is a captivating Symbolist depiction of the myth of Psyche. The painting features Zephyr, the west wind, carrying Psyche, a mortal woman, towards an idyllic island. Psyche's delicate form appears against a backdrop of vibrant clouds, while Zephyr is a powerful figure with feathered wings, embodying the wind's force. The island, with its verdant landscape and classical architecture, symbolizes a place of beauty and enchantment. This panel is a part of a series of murals commissioned by the artist for the Château de Trévarez in Brittany, France. It showcases Denis's signature style, characterized by its use of flat forms, decorative patterns, and luminous color, offering a captivating interpretation of the classical myth.