The artwork titled “The Jacob’s Dream” was created by Marc Chagall in 1966 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece is a notable example of the Surrealism art movement. With dimensions of 195 x 278 cm, it falls under the genre of religious painting.
In the artwork, a scene from the biblical story of Jacob’s dream is vividly illustrated. The composition is dominated by a ladder ascending to heaven, flanked by ethereal, otherworldly figures that appear to be angels. The hues of the painting transition seamlessly between rich purples and deep blues, lending an otherworldly, mystical quality to the scene. A central figure, presumably Jacob, dressed in red, stands in contemplation at the foot of the ladder. The right side of the canvas features a large, luminous flower-like element, radiating an aura of divine presence. Chagall’s characteristic fluid forms, vibrant colors, and dreamlike atmosphere are evident, creating a painting that is both visually arresting and profoundly symbolic.
