The artwork titled “The Three Candles” by Marc Chagall, created between 1938 and 1940 in Paris, France, is an oil painting on canvas that forms part of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This symbolic painting measures 127.5 x 96.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork features a dreamlike composition rendered in Chagall’s signature style, filled with vibrant colors and fantastical imagery. Dominating the scene are three candles, which may symbolize life, hope, or spiritual presence. Surrounding these candles, the painting depicts an ethereal landscape populated with floating figures, both angelic and human, engaged in various activities. A couple appears to be embracing at the center, suggestive of love or union. The background displays a blend of natural and architectural elements, merging the mundane with the mystical. The overall effect is an evocative, otherworldly tableau that communicates a rich tapestry of emotions and symbols.
