“Song of Songs II,” created by Marc Chagall in 1957 in France, is a prominent example of Surrealist religious painting. The artwork is rendered using oil on canvas and forms part of the “Song of Songs” series. Measuring 139 x 164 cm, it embodies Chagall’s unique stylistic expressions within the Surrealism movement.
The artwork portrays a composition replete with dreamlike and ethereal elements. At the center, a reclining nude figure is enveloped in a dynamic, oval-shaped form, possibly symbolizing love or divinity, derived from the biblical Song of Songs. Surrounding the central figure are vibrant, abstract forms and lines that contribute to an otherworldly ambiance. The right side of the canvas features an angelic or mythical figure with wings, adding to the religious and mystical quality of the painting. Rich in hues of pink, red, and brown, the artwork evokes a deeply emotional and spiritual experience, adhering to Chagall’s characteristic merging of surrealistic imagination with profound religious narratives.
