The artwork, titled “Moses with the Burning Bush,” is a creation by Marc Chagall, dated circa 1963 in France. Rendered in Indian ink, pencil, and paper, it represents a notable piece within the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 18.5 x 31.2 cm, and it falls under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork vividly depicts the biblical scene of Moses encountering the Burning Bush. Chagall’s characteristic use of vibrant colors and dreamlike forms is evident, manifesting a mystical and ethereal quality. Moses, rendered in white tones, kneels in awe before the burning bush that is depicted with a mix of black, red, and orange strokes, suggesting the intensity of the flames. An ethereal figure, surrounded by an aura of multicolored arcs, hovers above, suggesting a divine presence. Elements of foliage and abstract figures populate the background, adding depth and movement to the composition. The style reflects Chagall’s unique blend of spirituality and fantasy, maintaining a childlike simplicity while capturing profound narrative elements.
