“Concert on the Square” is an artwork created by Marc Chagall in 1983 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France. This piece is a lithograph on paper, with dimensions measuring 65 by 48 centimeters. It falls within the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is classified as a genre painting.
The artwork depicts a lively scene of people gathered in a square, possibly engaging with a performer or musician portrayed at the center holding an instrument. The background suggests a quaint village setting under a moonlit sky. The presence of various figures, including children and adults, suggests a communal or festive atmosphere. The loose, expressive style and whimsical elements, such as the floating figures, are characteristic of Chagall’s work, enhancing the enchanting and dreamlike quality of the scene. The composition is framed by a border of colorful dots, adding to the festive and uplifting mood of the piece.
