


Le coq rouge
1957
This vibrant lithograph in colors celebrates the symbolic red rooster, a motif deeply rooted in Chagall's personal iconography and cultural heritage. The work demonstrates the artist's ability to infuse simple subjects with layers of meaning and emotional resonance through expressive color and dynamic composition. Created on Arches paper in 1957, the piece exemplifies Chagall's characteristic warmth and his connection to folk traditions and rural imagery. The red rooster serves as a beacon of vitality and cultural identity within the composition. This lithograph showcases Chagall's enduring ability to transform everyday subjects into profound artistic statements.
- Medium
- lithograph in colors on Arches
- Dimensions
Notes
Signed and numbered to lower edge ‘64/90 Marc Chagall’. This work is number 64 from the edition of 90 published by Maeght, Paris.
🔨 Auction Lot
Editions & Works on Paper
April 16, 2026
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,000
Lot 254
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