Explore the vibrant work of artist Marc Chagall in this lively
introduction and discover how his unique narrative style embraced Jewish
culture and folklore.
Marc Chagall's remarkable oeuvre spans a variety of media; from
painting, ceramics, and stained glass to illustration,
tapestry, and stage sets. Regardless of the format, his singular
narrative style embraced the memories of his happy childhood in Vitebsk,
Russia, and his roots in Jewish culture. This engaging examination of
the artist and his life features stunning fullpage illustrations of
Chagall's works, along with illuminating biographical details. On every
page, Chagall's genius with color and composition spring to life.
Comparisons and contrasts are made to the works of other Fauve and
Cubist artists among whom he lived and worked, as well as to the poetry
of the era. Although he depicted the harsh anti-Semitism that his
countrymen faced, Chagall nevertheless embraced a vision of humanism and
tolerance that remains refreshingly poignant decades after his death.