The artwork, titled “Song of Songs I,” was created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France. It is crafted using pastel on paper and is a piece within the Surrealism movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 25 by 30.5 centimeters, and it falls under the genre of religious painting. This piece is part of the “Song of Songs” series by the artist.
The artwork exhibits a rich, warm palette dominated by deep reds and soft yellows. The scene is characterized by an ethereal quality, manifesting Chagall’s signature dreamlike and poetic style. In the upper portion, there is an abstract figure reminiscent of a harp or lyre, perhaps alluding to the musical nature of the “Song of Songs.” Below this, two vibrantly colored animals, one yellow and the other blue, add a sense of whimsical fantasy. The figures and elements are enmeshed in a dense, almost tangible foliage that seems to breathe life into the composition, creating a vivid and dynamic interplay of forms and colors. The overall scene suggests a rich tapestry of biblical symbolism and mystical narratives, inviting the viewer into a metaphysical experience transcending the everyday reality.
