The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ

1895-1896

Emile Bernard reimagines the classic Nativity scene with the stark, bold lines of a late 19th-century woodcut. The three wise men kneel to present their gifts to Mary and the baby Jesus, while a bearded Joseph stands watchfully beside a curious donkey in the stable. Though Bernard is famous for his vibrant Post-Impressionist paintings, this 1895 illustration strips away color to focus on dramatic contours and religious devotion. The French title at the top, 'La Nativité de N.S. Jésus-Christ,' suggests this was likely created for a devotional book, blending medieval aesthetics with modern artistic sensibilities.

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