Marc Chagall ― Love and Longing Expressed Through Diverse Techniques

 Chagall’s works depict love—encompassing both the joys and sorrows of life—within a fantastical world where dreams and reality intertwine. Recurring motifs include lovers floating through the sky, scenes from his native homeland, Jewish traditions, animals, and musicians. In order to express his unique worldview, Chagall experimented with a wide variety of materials throughout his life. Making full use of the characteristics of diverse supports such as canvas, paper, and board, he skillfully combined oil, watercolor, gouache, ink, sumi, and pastel. Often referred to as a “magician of color,” Chagall is widely known for his richly colored imagery; however, he also produced a significant number of monochrome works. Influenced by Japonisme, which emerged in late 19th-century Paris through the introduction of ukiyo-e, he created works on Japanese paper that make use of subtle gradations of ink, as well as monochrome book illustrations and prints.

The dreamlike imagery and poetic expression found in Chagall’s art continue to captivate audiences around the world to this day.

This exhibition brings together approximately 25 works that explore Chagall’s recurring themes of mysticism, dreams, longing, hope, and compassion.

We sincerely hope you will take this opportunity to experience and enjoy this exceptional exhibition.