“Song of Songs IV,” created by Marc Chagall in 1958 in France, is an entrancing piece exemplifying his surrealist style. This artwork, part of the “Song of Songs” series, employs Indian ink and watercolor on paper, presenting a sketch and study genre. It measures 40.8 by 30.9 centimeters.
The artwork is a vivid composition dominated by a warm, reddish-brown hue. At the focal point, an ethereal form resembling a bird, rendered in white with yellow accents, seems to be in motion, conveying a sense of flight or transcendence. The scene is imbued with abstract and fluid lines, creating a dreamlike quality typical of Surrealism. The lower part of the composition features more indistinct forms, possibly representing a landscape or figures, enhancing the mystique. On the right side, a splash of blue contrasts with the dominant warm tones, adding depth and intrigue to the composition. The use of expressive lines and contrasts evoke a sense of emotion and movement, characteristic of Chagall’s spiritual symbolism and lyrical style.
