In Le Passage des Âmes, Louis Janmot creates a breathtaking vision of the soul's ascent into eternity. A central angel cradles a child as they soar across a deep blue sky, leading a procession of ethereal figures through the heavens. Below, earthly souls struggle to rise, reaching toward salvation while others remain grounded in shadow and despair. The composition is rich with movement and contrast, blending celestial calm with emotional intensity. Janmot’s masterful handling of light and form emphasizes the transformative journey between life and the afterlife, drawing on both Romantic and Christian themes.