DEVANT LA FENÊTRE c. 1974 - 1975

"DEVANT LA FENÊTRE" (c. 1974-1975) by Marc Chagall is a pastel on paper artwork depicting a scene viewed through a window. The window frame, a central element, divides the composition. On the left side, a vibrant bouquet of flowers spills out of a red vase. A reclining nude figure is positioned on a tabletop, while a seated figure, possibly a painter, holds a palette and brush. The window's view reveals a vibrant, colorful sky with a prominent red sun setting over an urban cityscape, a hallmark of Chagall's use of vibrant colors and dreamlike imagery. This artwork is characteristic of Chagall's style, known for its surreal and whimsical depiction of reality, often blurring the lines between dreams and everyday life.