The artwork titled “Multicolor Clown” was created by Marc Chagall in 1974 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. Measuring 81.3 by 65.6 centimeters, it is a portrait that is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a figure of a clown with its arms extended outward. The clown is adorned in a vividly colored outfit composed of various bright patches, which dominate the canvas and serve as a focal point. The background features a scene reminiscent of a village, illustrated in muted tones, providing a stark contrast to the lively, multicolored attire of the clown. The brushstroke technique is characteristic of Chagall’s style, with fluid, expressive lines that imbue the painting with an almost dreamlike quality. Further enhancing this effect are the smaller, whimsical figures scattered throughout the background, contributing to the piece’s enchanting and playful atmosphere.
