“The Jacob’s Dream” is an artwork by Marc Chagall, created circa 1963 in France. This Surrealist piece, rendered in pastel on paper, measures 18 by 26.5 centimeters and falls under the genre of sketch and study. The artwork embodies Chagall’s characteristic whimsical and dream-like style, depicting biblical themes with dynamic and ethereal figures.
The artwork features a striking composition dominated by airy, expressive lines and forms. It portrays several human figures in various states of interaction with surreal, celestial entities. The central figure, possibly a representation of Jacob from the biblical story, is flanked by a looming ladder, symbolizing the ascent to heaven. Ethereal beings, reminiscent of angels, surround the ladder, enhancing the dreamlike and mystical quality of the piece. The use of pastel gives the artwork a soft yet vivid texture, contributing to its overall surrealist ambiance. The background appears abstract, allowing the viewer’s imagination to wander amidst swirling shapes and shadowy contours, thus immersing them in Chagall’s visionary world.
