The artwork titled “Rachel Hides Her Father’s Household Gods,” created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France, is a lithograph on paper that belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. The piece measures 52.5 x 38 cm and is part of the “Bible lithographs (1960)” series. As a religious painting, it depicts a scene from the biblical narrative, rendered in Chagall’s distinctive style.
The artwork portrays a moment of deep narrative significance, where Rachel conceals her father’s household gods. The composition features a central female figure, presumably Rachel, depicted in tones of red and brown, her body curving protectively around the concealed items, which lie beneath her. The background is a mixture of earthy hues, creating a textured, almost ethereal environment that enhances the spiritual essence of the scene. The expressive lines and fluid forms typical of Chagall’s lithographic works add an element of movement and emotion, drawing viewers into the ancient, yet timeless, story.
