The artwork, titled “Village,” was created by the artist Marc Chagall in 1975 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France. It is an oil painting on wood, adhering to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This genre painting measures 45 by 55 centimeters and is held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a vibrant scene under a prominent, luminescent moon that bathes the village in an ethereal glow. A man, central to the composition, stands in a striking red coat, holding a blue goat. The simplistic, yet expressive forms of the human figures and animals exude a sense of whimsy and introspection typical of Naïve Art. Surrounding the man are various elements of village life, rendered in rich, dark hues, providing a mystical, dreamlike atmosphere. The expressive brushstrokes and vivid colors reflect Chagall’s distinctive style and his deep connection to village themes and folk traditions. The artwork’s evocative use of color and form provides a profound sense of place and narrative, inviting viewers into Chagall’s imaginative interpretation of village life.
