Crépuscule Aux Hortensias 1918

"Crépuscule Aux Hortensias" (1918) by Maurice Denis (1870-1943) depicts a serene scene of women and children on a balcony overlooking a seascape. The painting exemplifies Denis's signature style of Symbolism, characterized by a focus on color and light, and evocative symbolism. The soft hues of the sunset sky, the vibrant hydrangeas, and the delicate figures create a sense of tranquility and harmony. The painting's focus on the natural world and its evocative mood reflects Denis's fascination with the beauty and symbolism of the everyday.