The Annunciation 1943

Maurice Denis's "The Annunciation" (1943), a woodcut print in green and pink hues, depicts the biblical scene of the Angel Gabriel announcing to the Virgin Mary that she will bear the Son of God. The simplified forms and stylized figures are characteristic of Denis's approach to religious themes, reflecting his Symbolist influences. The composition, with Mary standing in the foreground and the angel kneeling by the window, creates a sense of reverence and anticipation. This artwork exemplifies Denis's ability to imbue traditional religious imagery with a modern and expressive sensibility.