“Banquet at the Police Chief’s House” is an etching on paper created around 1923 by Marc Chagall in Paris, France. This artwork is part of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the illustration genre. It is one of the pieces in the “Dead Souls” series and is currently located at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork depicts a lively and whimsical scene. In the foreground, three characters are prominently featured, each with exaggerated and playful expressions. One of the characters is dressed in a tall hat and appears to be enjoying a drink, while others around him are engaged in various activities of revelry and interaction. The background shows more figures in a similarly joyous state, contributing to the bustling and festive atmosphere typical of Chagall’s illustrations. The detailed etching lines give depth and texture to the composition, enhancing its dynamic and animated quality.
