The artwork titled “Jacob Wrestling with the Angel” is a religious painting created by Marc Chagall around the year 1963 in France. It is composed using gouache, pastel, pencil, and paper, and belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This painting measures 43 by 35.8 cm.
The artwork vividly portrays the biblical scene of Jacob wrestling with the angel, rendered in Chagall’s distinctive, dream-like style. Soft, flowing lines and dynamic brushstrokes convey the intense yet mystical struggle between the figures. The angel, ethereal and radiant, appears to be engaging with Jacob, depicted in vibrant hues. Delicate pastel shades and the interplay of light and shadow underscore the spiritual nature of this profound encounter, characteristic of Chagall’s expressive technique. The presence of colored forms, combined with the abstract representation of the figures, creates a surreal and contemplative atmosphere, inviting viewers to reflect on the spiritual and symbolic implications of this age-old narrative.
