The Woodman and Mercury

1927/1930

Marc Chagall

Associated Names
Marc Chagall

Artist, Russian, 1887 - 1985

This is a drawing featuring an ethereal figure holding an ax over a cowering figure. The scene includes interplay of light and shadow, with celestial crescent forms in the background. The ethereal figure is shown in dynamic motion with the ax, while the foreground shows a defensive, huddled figure. Bold and gestural lines create depth and movement in the composition. The background crescent shapes may symbolize moons, giving a dreamlike quality to the piece.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

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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


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1995

  • Marc Chagall's Early Prints and Drawings, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1995.

Wikidata ID

Q65362025

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