Elle était plus belle que les rêves 1892

"Elle était plus belle que les rêves" (She was more beautiful than dreams) is a pastel drawing by Maurice Denis, created in 1892. It depicts a young woman with a delicate face and a soft, ethereal quality, set against a vibrant blue-green background. The use of pastel creates a sense of softness and delicacy, enhancing the dreamlike quality of the subject. Denis, a key figure in the Nabis movement, was known for his focus on the expressive power of color and his exploration of symbolist themes. This drawing is characteristic of his early style and embodies the movement's fascination with the subjective and evocative nature of art.