The artwork titled “Arlequins playing” was created by Marc Chagall in 1968 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France. This piece, a lithograph on paper, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and measures 41.2 by 35.5 centimeters. It is classified as a genre painting, depicting everyday scenes from life.
“Arlequins playing” presents a vivid, whimsical scene characteristic of Chagall’s unique style. The composition features an array of colorful, fantastical figures, including harlequins, a horse, and various other fantastical characters, arranged in a circular pattern around a central abstract form, possibly representing a sun or celestial body. The harlequins, with their distinctive costumes and postures, contribute to the lively and surreal atmosphere of the piece. Chagall’s use of bold lines and vibrant colors highlights the playful and dreamlike quality of the scene. The surrounding elements, such as flowers, animals, and other figures, add to the rich tapestry of fantastical and familiar imagery, encapsulating the essence of Naïve Art with its childlike simplicity and imaginative exploration.
