Ora Pro Nobis 1903

"Ora Pro Nobis", painted in 1903 by French Academic artist William Bouguereau, depicts the Virgin Mary in a traditional, yet refined, manner. The work features the central figure of the Virgin, surrounded by cherubic angels, her hands raised in prayer. The soft, delicate details of the Virgin's face, the flow of her drapery, and the gentle gesture of the angels are characteristic of Bouguereau's style. The inclusion of white lilies, symbolic of purity and innocence, further enhances the devotional quality of the work. This artwork is a testament to the enduring power of religious imagery in Western art, and to Bouguereau's mastery of the academic tradition.