The artwork, titled “Study to ‘Song of Songs IV,'” was created by Marc Chagall in 1958 in France. This piece belongs to the Surrealist art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study. It is part of the series “Song of Songs.”
The artwork features a dreamlike scene set against a vivid red background. Prominently in the composition, a fantastical creature, part horse and part bird, is depicted soaring through the sky. A pair of figures, a man and a woman, are riding the creature, evoking themes of love and unity. Below them, there appears to be a scene populated with various figures, suggesting a narrative element tied to the “Song of Songs.” The use of vibrant colors and fluid forms are characteristic of Chagall’s surrealist style, conveying a sense of movement and emotional depth. The artwork encapsulates a blend of the fantastical and the symbolic, inviting viewers to explore its layers of meaning.
