The artwork, entitled “David freed from all of his enemies, sings a hymn of victory to the Lord (II Samuel XXII)” by Marc Chagall, dates from circa 1956 and originates from France. Created using etching on paper, the piece measures 32.1 x 23 cm and belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. It falls within the genre of religious painting and is part of the expansive series “Etchings for the Bible,” produced between 1930-1939 and 1952-1956.
The artwork depicts a scene from the biblical text II Samuel XXII, capturing a moment of divine exultation and gratitude. David, shown in an expressive posture with arms outstretched, appears to be exultingly singing a hymn of victory to the Lord, giving thanks for deliverance from his enemies. The use of etching lends a distinct texture and depth to the composition, emphasizing the raw and spiritual emotion conveyed by David’s figure. The background features suggestive textures and shading that add to the dramatic ambiance, with what might be scriptural text visible above the figure, enhancing the religious resonance of the piece.
