Artwork
Over Vitebsk
Over Vitebsk is an oil painting by the Cubism Synthetic artist Marc Chagall. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Over Vitebsk is an oil painting created by Marc Chagall in 1914, though reworked in 1920. It is currently held at the Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dreamlike scene with a figure floating above the town of Vitebsk, carrying a bundle on their back. The scene combines elements of the artist's hometown with fantastical and weightless elements.
Technique & Style
The work features muted colors, including shades of yellow, brown, and green, which contribute to its ethereal atmosphere. The composition juxtaposes a floating figure with a detailed depiction of the town below, creating a sense of fantasy and dislocation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marc Chagall was a Russian and French artist of Jewish ancestry. An early modernist, he was associated with the École de Paris, as well as several major artistic styles and created works in a wide range of artistic…
