The artwork titled “Moses with the Burning Bush,” created by Marc Chagall in 1966 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This religious painting, which measures 195 x 312 cm, depicts the biblical scene of Moses encountering the burning bush.
In the artwork, vibrant and dynamic colors dominate the canvas, creating a surreal and spiritual atmosphere. The central figure, Moses, is rendered in white, signifying perhaps purity or divine connection, as he looks upon the burning bush, which remains aflame but unconsumed. Surrounding this central motif are various other elements and figures, symbolizing the divine presence and the mystical nature of the event. Additionally, halos and fiery circlets give a sense of otherworldly illumination. The use of vivid blues and greens contributes to the mystic ambiance, while the incorporation of various shapes and forms enhances the overall narrative complexity and depth inherent in Chagall’s style.
