The artwork titled “Happiness,” created by Marc Chagall in 1980, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France, embodies the qualities of lithography on paper. This piece, measuring 116 x 75.5 cm, is a quintessential representation of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.
“Happiness” is a vivid and emotive portrayal, characteristic of Chagall’s unique style. Dominated by soft hues and whimsical forms, the artwork conveys an ethereal atmosphere. At the center of the composition, a couple embracing affectionately captivates the viewer, symbolizing a tender moment of joy and intimacy. Surrounding the couple are surreal, dream-like elements—a figure flying above, a faintly sketched Eiffel Tower to the left, and a recumbent figure below—all contributing to a fantastical, almost otherworldly landscape. The overall composition resonates with harmony and love, evoking a sense of wonder and contentment in the observer.
