The artwork, titled “House at Vitebsk,” was created by Marc Chagall in 1917. It is an oil painting that falls under the Cubism art movement and is categorized within the cityscape genre.
In this artwork, Chagall captures a scene from Vitebsk, characterized by a rustic landscape with wooden structures that appear worn and weathered. The large wooden gate in the foreground opens to reveal a glimpse of the buildings beyond, including a vividly blue house that stands out against the more muted earth tones of the surrounding architecture. The overall composition employs geometric shapes and forms, a hallmark of Cubist influence, while the use of color and texture conveys a sense of both the passage of time and the simplicity of rural life. The scene appears serene yet subtly dynamic, as if inviting the viewer to step through the open gate and explore the quiet, unassuming village beyond.
