The artwork, titled “Clock,” was crafted by Marc Chagall in 1914 near Vitebsk, Belarus. Executed using gouache, oil, and paper, it belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia. The still life artwork measures 49 x 37 cm.
In the artwork, a prominent grandfather clock dominates the composition, towering vertically in the center. The clock’s face displays Roman numerals, and its ornate wooden casing features intricate detailing along the sides. A lower circular section of the clock suggests movement, adding a dynamic element to the piece. To the left, a window provides a glimpse of the outside world, casting a sense of depth and perspective. Below the window, a solitary, contemplative figure sits, possibly in reflection, further grounding the viewer in the scene. The overall atmosphere is rendered in muted earthy tones, creating a sense of surreal timelessness through the juxtaposition of the clock and the introspective figure.
