Marc Chagall

1963 original poster by Marc Chagall - Les peintres témoins de leur temps

1963

This 1962 original exhibition poster, designed by Marc Chagall, was created for the landmark exhibition "Chagall et la Bible" at the Musée Rath in Gen...

In 1959, Marc Chagall, one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century, created a striking lithographic poster to promote his exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, a branch of the Palais du Louvre in Paris. This poster, like much of Chagall's work, is a dreamlike exploration of color and whimsical imagery, inviting viewers into a world where reality and fantasy blend effortlessly. Chagall’s unmistakable style, with its vivid use of color, ethereal figures, and playful compositions, is fully on display in this piece. The poster, dominated by a striking red background, features an intimate arrangement of black line drawings that depict an array of elements central to Chagall’s thematic universe: the human figure, animals, and symbols of both folklore and the circus. A delicate face, rendered with flowing lines, is paired with a central figure of a child joyously balancing on a horse, a nod to Chagall's fascination with circus life, which he often saw as a metaphor for the artist’s own role in society — balancing the highs and lows of life. The poster’s composition feels almost spontaneous, as if Chagall’s hand sketched these figures in a dreamlike reverie. The flowing lines capture both movement and emotion, while the bold red background evokes passion, intensity, and warmth, which are central to Chagall’s painterly language. His characteristic inclusion of whimsical figures and fantastical creatures contributes to the overall sense of wonder. This exhibition poster is an artwork in its own right. Chagall had a unique relationship with posters and printmaking; he understood the power of these mediums not just as functional tools for advertisement but as an extension of his creative vision. As such, this poster doesn’t merely promote the exhibition—it embodies the playful, imaginative spirit of the works that were on display within the museum’s walls. Chagall’s work often blurred the boundaries between fine art and folk art, drawing from Russian and Jewish traditions, as well as modernist movements. His use of bold color and fantastical imagery placed him in a unique position within the world of modern art, earning him international acclaim. The Musée des Arts Décoratifs exhibition poster...

In the realm of artistic mastery, Marc Chagall emerges as a luminary, renowned for his ethereal and enchanting creations. Born in Vitebsk, Russia, in 1887, Chagall's artistic journey took him from the bohemian streets of Montmartre to the global stage. A trailblazer in the world of modern art, Chagall's work is characterized by a harmonious blend of whimsy, symbolism, and a deep connection to his Jewish heritage. The 1956 Kunsthalle Bern poster...

The 1975 original poster by Marc Chagall for the Musée National Message Biblique is a remarkable fusion of fine art and printmaking, embodying the deep spirituality and vivid imagina...

This lithograph was printed in 1963 at the Atelier Mourlot in Paris. This print was executed for the annual exhibition "Les Peintres Temoins de Leur Temps" at the Galleria museum in ...

after Marc CHAGALL (1887 - 1985) Poster for "Les peintres témoins de leur temps Musée Galiera" 1963 Created by Charles Sorlier after Chagall's 1937 painting...

Marc CHAGALL Circus - Revolution, 1963 Lithograph after the painting, engraved by Charles Sorlier under the supervision of Marc Chagall Printed in Atelier Mourlot Plate signed (prin...

This poster was created for the annual exhibition "Painters, Witnesses of Their Time" at the Galliera Museum, Paris. The lithograph, derived from a detail of Marc Chagall's preparato...