The artwork titled “He went up to the couch…” was created by Marc Chagall in 1948. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized within the genre of illustration. This piece forms a part of the series “The Arabian Nights.”
The artwork depicts a dreamlike scene rendered in Chagall’s characteristically vibrant and expressive style. Dominated by shades of purple, the composition features several figures, including a nude woman with flowing hair embracing another figure, a rearing horse, and other human forms engaging in various activities. The moon and a large, illuminated orb enhance the mystical quality of the scene. The overall ambiance of the artwork reflects Chagall’s unique ability to blend fantasy with reality, evoking a whimsical and ethereal narrative fitting for its connection to “The Arabian Nights.”
