Purim 1917

"Purim" is a 1917 gouache on paper by Marc Chagall depicting a scene from the Jewish holiday of Purim. The artist, known for his vibrant colors and fantastical depictions of life in his native Vitebsk, uses a red background to ground the scene and a yellow-roofed house and other elements to create a distinctly Eastern European feel. Chagall's signature style is apparent in the figures, which are elongated and stylized, giving the work a sense of whimsical energy and evoking the joyful atmosphere of the Purim celebration.