The artwork, “Musicians on a Green Background,” crafted by Marc Chagall in 1964 in France, is a lithograph on paper measuring 54.8 by 43.8 centimeters. Representing the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement, this genre painting is part of a private collection.
The piece showcases five musicians, each engaged with a musical instrument. They are rendered with vibrancy and expressiveness, standing against a lush green backdrop that adds a whimsical and somewhat surreal atmosphere. The performers are adorned in bright and contrasting colors, contributing to the lively and joyful essence of the scene. Above the musicians, a floating animal figure further enhances the dreamlike quality typical of Chagall’s style. The overall composition, with its dynamic arrangement and intense yet harmonious color palette, captures a sense of rhythm and celebration.
