The artwork titled “Mania cutting bread” was painted by Marc Chagall in 1914 in France. This piece of art belongs to the Expressionism movement and is classified under the genre of genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 50.5 x 38 cm.
The artwork depicts a domestic scene where a woman, presumably named Mania, is engaged in the everyday task of cutting bread. Positioned in an interior setting, the woman is seen smiling warmly, her focus on the bread in her hands. The background includes elements of domestic life, such as a window with an enigmatic dark form outside, a table with patterned cloth, and kitchen implements. The colors used are warm and vivid, characteristic of Chagall’s expressionistic style. The intricate details and emotional depth of the painting aim to evoke a sense of familiarity and comfort within the viewer.
