The artwork titled “The Jacob’s Dream” was created by Marc Chagall around 1963 in France. This piece, measuring 38 by 53 centimeters, employs a combination of charcoal, Indian ink, and pencil on paper. Associated with the Surrealism art movement, the artwork is categorized under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork presents a vivid dreamscape characterized by fluid, flowing lines and a surreal interplay of figures and symbols. A prominent ladder propels skyward, occupied by ethereal, angelic forms suggesting a connection between the terrestrial and the divine. A contemplative human figure stands at the base, seemingly introspective amidst the heavenly ascent. Surrounding this central theme, various abstract elements and celestial motifs, such as stars and winged figures, contribute to the mystical atmosphere of the composition. Rendered with a striking yet delicate hand, the piece exudes a haunting, dream-like quality typical of Chagall’s oeuvre, immersing the viewer in a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur seamlessly.
