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Created between 1930 and 1939, the series consists of 105 individual etchings, each capturing moments from well-known biblical narratives and …
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Created between 1930 and 1939, the series consists of 105 individual etchings, each capturing moments from well-known biblical narratives and characters. Chagall's distinct artistic style, characterized by vibrant colors, dreamlike imagery, and a blend of symbolism and personal interpretation, is evident throughout the series.
The subjects of the etchings range from stories like Adam and Eve, Noah's Ark, Abraham and Isaac, Jacob's ladder, Joseph and his brothers, Moses receiving the Ten Commandments, and more. Chagall's unique approach to the biblical stories often involves a playful and surreal depiction of the characters and events. He incorporates elements from his own Jewish heritage and Russian upbringing, resulting in a fusion of cultural influences within the biblical narratives.
Ambroise Vollard, a prominent French art dealer and publisher, commissioned Chagall to create the Bible Series. Vollard was known for collaborating with various artists to produce illustrated books and print portfolios. Tragically, Vollard was killed in an automobile accident in the summer of 1939. Chagall's Bible Series was intended to be published as a limited-edition portfolio of etchings, capturing the artist's interpretations of the Bible's stories.
La Reine de Séba / Solomon greets the Queen of Sheba is an original etching, printed in 1939. 100 signed, numbered and hand-colored impressions were made along with 295 in black and white, and signed in the plate lower left. This item is from the black and white series published by Ambroise Vollard in 1939. This item does not carry an official certificate of authenticity, however meets all attributes of the original published etching with respect to paper type, size, and signs of age.
This item comes framed and matted with archival materials.
W x H inches:
13 1/8” x 17” sheet
9” x 12 3/4” sight
19” x 23” framed
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- Dimensions
- 19ʺW × 2ʺD × 23ʺH
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Other
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Etching
- Lithograph
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- This print shows signs of yellowing due to light exposure and as expected for an item of its age. Shows … moreThis print shows signs of yellowing due to light exposure and as expected for an item of its age. Shows well with no tears present. Frame shows signs of repair at bottom right, along with minor imperfections. less
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