The artwork “Tamar, beautiful daughter of Judah” was created by Marc Chagall in 1960 in France. This lithography on paper is part of Chagall’s “Bible lithographs” series from 1960 and is associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. As a religious painting, it measures 52.5 by 38 cm.
The artwork portrays a biblical scene with a focus on Tamar, the daughter of Judah. Tamar is depicted with her back to the viewer, her hands clasped in front, and a serene expression inferred by her stance. The composition includes a secondary figure, likely Judah, rendered in an ethereal, almost ghostly manner in the background. The use of muted tones and flowing lines reflects Chagall’s distinctive style, conveying a sense of both simplicity and profound spirituality.
