The Tale of the Ebony Horse

1945/1946

Marc Chagall

Associated Names
Marc Chagall

Artist, Russian, 1887 - 1985

The image displays swirling lines and curvy shapes throughout the composition. The colorful and dynamic scene features figures in vibrant hues, resembling mythical beings or fairytale characters, gathered in what appears to be a lively event. At the center, a figure sits atop a fantastical animal with a broad, umbrella-like structure overhead. Surrounding characters wear flowing garments, appearing as if in mid-dance or conversation. A bird flies nearby, adding to the fantastical ambiance of the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1963.11.83

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Mourlot 1960, no. 45


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

Q65511153

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