The artwork, titled “Acrobat with Bouquet,” was created by Marc Chagall in 1963 in France. It is executed using gouache, Indian ink, and watercolor on paper, and it measures 63.5 x 46 cm. This piece is associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the genre painting category.
“Acrobat with Bouquet” depicts a fantastical scene, rich in vivid and fluid hues. Dominated by shades of blue, the central figure appears to be an acrobat suspended mid-air. The acrobat, with elongated limbs and an ethereal presence, extends one arm forward holding a vibrant bouquet of flowers, which contrasts vividly against the overall cool palette. The composition features fluid, sweeping lines that convey a sense of motion and dream-like quality, characteristic of Chagall’s style. The background includes a glowing circular form resembling a moon, enhancing the surreal atmosphere. This artistic blend of whimsy and dramatic tension encapsulates Chagall’s unique approach to genre painting and his signature coloring technique.
