The artwork titled “On the tramp” was created by Marc Chagall in 1962 in France. It is a lithograph on paper and is executed in the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement, which emphasizes a simplicity and directness within the genre of genre painting.
The artwork features ethereal and abstract qualities characteristic of Marc Chagall’s style. At the center, a human-like figure composed of fragmented shapes and lines is depicted. The figure appears to be holding a bouquet of flowers. The background is dominated by dark, swirling blue and purple hues that create a stark contrast to the lightness of the paper and the vibrant red and green accents present on the figure. The use of minimalistic and whimsical elements within the piece encapsulates the essence of Naïve Art, inviting viewers to interpret the narrative through their own perspective.
