The artwork “King David,” created by Marc Chagall in 1951 in France, is an oil on canvas piece exemplifying the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This religious painting spans dimensions of 198 by 133 centimeters.
The artwork features a depiction of King David, adorned in a red robe and golden crown, playing a lyre. Positioned prominently in the composition, David’s posture and the ethereal expression on his face suggest a state of rapture or divine inspiration. Surrounding him are vibrant, otherworldly elements—a celestial being in white, possibly an angel, extends towards him with glowing candle holders, creating a connection between the divine and mortal realms. The background is filled with rich, warm hues of yellow, orange, and red, adding to the sacred and mystical atmosphere of the piece. Additional figures and symbolic elements are subtly woven into the scene, contributing to a narrative of spiritual significance and biblical reverence.
