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The Tale of the Ebony Horse

1945/1946

Marc Chagall

Associated Names

Marc Chagall

Artist, Russian, 1887 - 1985

The image displays swirling lines and soft shapes creating an abstract scene. There are figures that resemble dancers and others that appear seated, surrounded by curving lines and flowing drapery. The setting suggests a festive celebration under an ornate canopy or tent, with the figures showing expressive gestures. The composition has a dream-like quality, eluding definitive identification yet resonating with themes of human gathering and celebration.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph in peach
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1963.11.72
Catalogue Raisonné

Mourlot 1960, no. 45, State (proof)

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1960

Mourlot, Fernand. The Lithographs of Chagall. vol. 1. Monte-Carlo: André Sauret, 1960; Mourlot, Fernand. The Lithographs of Chagall 1957-1962. vol. 2. Monte-Carlo: André Sauret, 1963; Mourlot, Fernand and Charles Sorlier. _The Lithographs of Chagall

Wikidata ID

Q65511142

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