The artwork titled “Naomi and her daughters-in-law” was created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France. This piece is a lithograph on paper and belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. Measuring 52.5 x 38 cm, the artwork is categorized as a religious painting and is part of Chagall’s Bible lithographs series from 1960.
The artwork portrays a poignant scene from the Biblical story of Naomi and her daughters-in-law, depicted in Chagall’s distinctive style. The central figures, Naomi and her daughters-in-law, are enveloped in an embrace, expressing a sense of solidarity and sorrow. The background is adorned with abstract and symbolic elements, characteristic of Chagall’s imaginative compositions. A recurring motif in the piece is the use of earthy tones interspersed with vivid highlights, such as the red crescent on the right, which adds a layer of symbolic depth. The lithograph captures the essence of the narrative through its expressive and emotionally compelling imagery.
