The artwork entitled “Song of Songs II,” created by Marc Chagall in 1957 while in France, is an oil and paper composition belonging to the Surrealism movement. With dimensions of 46 x 58.5 cm, this piece is part of the “Song of Songs” series and features religious themes.
“Song of Songs II” is a vibrant and enigmatic representation of a religious scene, characterized by the dreamy and surrealist style that is synonymous with Chagall’s oeuvre. Dominated by a lush palette of pinks, reds, and earth tones, the artwork centers around a floating, semi-reclined figure enveloped in a cloud-like form. To the right of this figure, a depiction of a winged entity, possibly an angel, stands out with luminous colors contrasting against the muted background. The composition is further enriched with delicate, swirling lines and abstract shapes, creating a mystical, otherworldly atmosphere. The presence of a radiant light source on the right side and abstract, earthly forms on the bottom suggests a bridging between the heavens and the earth, resonating with the spiritual and poetic connotations of the “Song of Songs.”
