“Song of Songs II,” created in 1957 by Marc Chagall in France, is an evocative artwork that employs pastel on paper. As part of the Surrealism movement, this piece measures 24.5 x 30 cm and belongs to the genre of sketch and study. It is part of the series titled “Song of Songs.”
The artwork displays an ethereal scene with a dreamlike quality characteristic of Surrealism. A central figure, seemingly floating horizontally, occupies the composition, enveloped in vibrant hues of pink, red, and orange. The figure appears to be in a state of serenity, surrounded by what might be interpreted as an aura or a cloud-like form. At the right side of the artwork, a secondary figure appears, rendered in a mix of vivid colors, injecting a sense of mysticism. The background is an abstract landscape marked by fluid lines and subtle forms, further enhancing the surreal atmosphere. The use of pastel provides a soft texture, reinforcing the delicate yet intense emotional tone of the scene.
