Musician 1922

marcchagall

print

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

print

pencil sketch

pencil drawing

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

Marc Chagall's 1922 print, "Musician", depicts a figure playing a cello with a unique, whimsical style. The artist's signature use of color and form is present in the bold black lines that define the figure and instrument. The figure's head is disproportionately large and seems to be partially merged with the cello itself, reflecting the artistic style of Chagall, a hallmark of Expressionism. The overall effect is one of dreamlike fantasy and a celebration of music.