Moïse et le veau d’Or c. 1966

Marc Chagall’s “Moïse et le veau d’Or” (c. 1966) depicts the biblical story of Moses descending Mount Sinai with the Ten Commandments. The painting’s vibrant colors and expressive lines are characteristic of Chagall’s signature style. The artist’s use of symbolism is evident in the representation of the golden calf as a symbol of idolatry, while Moses, holding the tablets, represents divine law. This poignant piece embodies a central theme in Chagall’s work: the tension between the spiritual and material worlds.