Original Marc Chagall Lithograph from La Bible | Verve 33-34
This original color lithograph, Angel, is a masterwork from Marc Chagall’s 1956 suite, La Bible (The Bible), featured in the prestigious La Revue Verve (Vol. VII, Nos. 33–34). Published in Paris by the legendary Tériade and printed by the world-renowned Mourlot Frères studio, this piece represents a pinnacle of 20th-century lithography. Unlike standard prints, this is an authentic lithograph where Chagall himself worked directly with the master printers to ensure each layer of ink captured the gestural energy and luminous color of his original vision. This specific volume is widely considered one of the most significant collaborations between an artist and a publisher- ever. This collaboration marked a period where Chagall was deeply immersed in the spiritual and poetic narratives of the Old Testament.
In this work, Chagall transcends traditional religious iconography, infusing biblical themes with his signature dreamlike surrealism and emotional depth. The saturated palette and fluid, rhythmic lines reflect the artist's belief that the Bible was "the greatest source of poetry of all time." Because these lithographs were originally issued within the protected pages of the Verve bound volume, they have been shielded from light and environmental wear for decades, preserving a level of color brilliance and textural detail rarely found in standalone works of the same era. This piece is not only a profound expression of Chagall’s faith and artistry but also a tangible link to the "Golden Age" of the School of Paris, making it a highly coveted acquisition for serious collectors of modern art.
Artwork Details
- Artist: Marc Chagall
- Title: Angel
- Category: Limited Edition
- Medium: Original Lithograph
- Edition: of 6500 from la Revue Verve Vol. VII, Nos. 33-34, 1956
- Portfolio: The Bible
- Signature: Unsigned
- Paper Size: 10⅜" x 14"
- Paper Type: Wove
- Printer: Mourlot Frères, Paris
- Publisher: Tériade- Editions de la Revue Verve, Paris, 1956
- Reference: Cramer 25, Mourlot 120
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