The artwork titled “Nude over Vitebsk” by Marc Chagall, completed in 1933 in Paris, France, is rendered in oil on canvas. This painting, measuring 87 by 133 centimeters, is classified under the Surrealist art movement and belongs to the genre of cityscape.
In the artwork, a nude female figure is depicted lying horizontally over a cityscape, creating a stark contrast between the ethereal human form and the grounded urban environment below. The detailed cityscape of Vitebsk, Chagall’s hometown, includes buildings, streets, and a church, imbued with muted colors that evoke a sense of tranquility and nostalgia. The nude figure, rendered in soft, warm tones, appears to float above the town, adding a dreamlike quality characteristic of Surrealism. A large vase of red flowers in the foreground introduces a vibrant burst of color, further emphasizing the surreal juxtaposition of elements within the composition.
