Sarah and Abimelech (1960; France) by Marc Chagall

Sarah and Abimelech - Marc Chagall - 1960; France

Artwork Information

TitleSarah and Abimelech
ArtistMarc Chagall
Date1960; France
Mediumlithography,paper
Dimensions52.5 x 38 cm
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)

About Sarah and Abimelech

“Sarah and Abimelech,” created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France, is a lithograph on paper measuring 52.5 x 38 cm. This artwork belongs to the religious painting genre and is part of the artist’s “Bible lithographs” series. It showcases the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement.

The artwork illustrates a biblical scene featuring Sarah and Abimelech. Rendered in Chagall’s distinct and expressive style, the composition includes soft, flowing lines and a subtle color palette. In the depiction, Abimelech appears in close proximity to Sarah, with a figure of an angel or divine presence observing from a cloud, suggesting a narrative imbued with spiritual and historical significance. The intimate portrayal of the characters and the use of dreamlike elements highlight Chagall’s characteristic blend of the fantastical with the sacred.

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