New Born Babe 1939

"New Born Babe" is a 1939 painting by African-American artist William H. Johnson. The artwork depicts a Black mother cradling her newborn baby, with two angels flanking her. Johnson's signature style, marked by bold colors and simplified forms, gives a sense of reverence and joy. The composition echoes the traditional depiction of the Madonna and child, but with a distinctly Black perspective, demonstrating the artist's commitment to celebrating Black culture and identity.