“Song of Songs IV,” created in 1958 by Marc Chagall in France, is an evocative artwork rendered using Indian ink, oil, pastel, and paper. Measuring 47.4 x 55.6 cm, this piece is part of the Surrealism movement and falls under the genre of religious painting. It belongs to the artwork series titled “Song of Songs.”
The artwork features a vivid composition bathed in a rich, warm hue of red. Against this intense background, the ethereal figure of a winged being is delicately portrayed with soft and fluid strokes of white and yellow, suggesting a transcendent, angelic presence. Below, abstract and swirling shapes in lighter tones add depth and dynamism to the scene. In the lower right corner, a hint of blue introduces a contrasting element, possibly representing a secondary figure or important symbol within the narrative. The overall effect is one of spiritual elevation and profound emotional resonance, characteristic of Chagall’s Surrealist interpretation of religious themes.
