The artwork entitled “Russian Wedding” was painted by Marc Chagall in 1909. The piece, executed with oil on canvas, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and measures 68 x 97 cm. This genre painting is currently housed at the E.G. Bührle Foundation in Zürich, Switzerland.
The artwork depicts a rural scene from a Russian wedding, rendered in a naive, primitive style typical of Marc Chagall’s early works. The painting portrays the bride and groom amidst a procession of attendees, capturing the communal essence of the celebration with vibrantly dressed figures and animated activities. Surrounding the couple, villagers engage in various tasks, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere. The use of earthy tones and simple forms reflects the humble and intimate nature of the subject, while Chagall’s distinct, whimsical touch imbues the scene with a sense of folk charm and authenticity.
