La Mariée
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1950 ; France
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
La Mariée, created by Belarusian-French artist Marc Chagall in 1950, is a captivating gouache and pastel artwork that exemplifies Chagall’s unique blend of Expressionism and fantasy. The painting depicts a bride in a whimsical, dreamlike setting, characteristic of genre painting traditions, but infused with Chagall’s personal symbolism. Its vibrant colors and emotive brushwork evoke a sense of joy and longing. Notably, La Mariée gained pop culture recognition by being featured in the 1999 film Notting Hill. The artwork is currently held in a private collection in Japan.
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