The artwork “Paradise” was created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France. This piece, rendered in lithography on paper, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and measures 52.5 x 38 cm. It is categorized as a religious painting and is part of Chagall’s “Bible lithographs” series from 1960.
The artwork features a lush and verdant tree with ripe, red fruits prominently displayed amidst dense foliage. At the base of the tree, a human figure reclines, seemingly in a state of tranquility, holding a fruit in their hand. Another figure is partially visible alongside the first. The artwork is characterized by Chagall’s distinctive use of vibrant colors and whimsical, dream-like imagery. Above the tree, a celestial figure or angel appears to be floating, contributing to the ethereal and spiritual atmosphere of the scene. The composition reflects themes of creation and innocence, consistent with its categorization as a religious painting.
