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Marc Chagall — Roméo et Juliette (Romeo and Juliet) by Charles Sorlier
Marc Chagall

Roméo et Juliette (Romeo and Juliet) by Charles Sorlier

A vibrant and dreamlike lithograph by Marc Chagall, rendered in his signature poetic style with rich, luminous colors on Arches paper. The composition weaves together the tragic romance of Shakespeare's iconic lovers through Chagall's fantastical imagery, blending figures, flowers, and celestial elements in a swirling, emotionally charged narrative. Executed in collaboration with master printer Charles Sorlier, this work exemplifies Chagall's extraordinary ability to transform literary themes into lyrical visual poetry.

Medium
Lithograph in colours, on Arches paper, with full margins,

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January 21, 2016

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Marc Chagall, Roméo et Juliette (Romeo and Juliet) by Charles Sorlier

A vibrant and dreamlike lithograph by Marc Chagall, rendered in his signature poetic style with rich, luminous colors on Arches paper. The composition weaves together the tragic romance of Shakespeare's iconic lovers through Chagall's fantastical imagery, blending figures, flowers, and celestial elements in a swirling, emotionally charged narrative. Executed in collaboration with master printer Charles Sorlier, this work exemplifies Chagall's extraordinary ability to transform literary themes into lyrical visual poetry.

Medium
Lithograph in colours, on Arches paper, with full margins,
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

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Theatrical Theme, 20th Century, Fine Art Print, Dreamlike Mood, Collaborative Print, Male Artist, Established Master, Expressionism, Large Format Print, Modern Art, Literary Theme, Figurative Art, Russian-French Artist, Renowned Master, Romantic Subject, Lithograph, Vibrant Colors, Theater And Literature

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