The Lion Going to War

1927/1930

Marc Chagall

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Marc Chagall

Artist, Russian, 1887 - 1985

This is a painting of various animals in a natural setting with a tree and dark background. The composition includes a fox perched on a tree, and below, in a forest-like scene, there are two large feline animals, along with smaller creatures. The animals are on a textured surface, depicted using heavy lines and contrasts of dark and light areas. The focus is on the details of the animals' fur and landscape. The painting has a dream-like quality, emphasizing the interconnections between the animals and their environment. It is in the style of Marc Chagall, known for surreal and dreamlike portrayals with rich imagery.
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This is a painting of a bird perched on a tree branch surrounded by foliage. The image features a large dark bird among branches with sparse leaves or small buds. The background is textured with varying tones of black and grey. The bird stands out against the chaotic depiction of the surrounding foliage, with expressive brushwork and a monochromatic color palette. The atmosphere of the piece suggests mystery or foreboding.

The Raven and the Fox

Marc Chagall

1927

La Fontaine "Fables"

Marc Chagall, Maurice Potin

1952

This is a drawing of a cow standing beside a bucket. The image shows a cow bending its head toward a bucket on the ground. The background includes sketches of trees or bushes. The drawing uses bold lines and contrasts between light and shadow.

The Frog that Wished to Make Herself as Big as the Ox

Marc Chagall

1927


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Wikidata ID

Q65362065

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