Abraham approaching Sodom with Three Angels (Genesis , XVIII, 16)

Abraham approaching Sodom with Three Angels (Genesis , XVIII, 16) by Marc Chagall
Artist
Marc Chagall
Date
1956 ; France
Style
Naïve art
Genre
Religious painting
"Abraham approaching Sodom with Three Angels (Genesis, XVIII, 16)" is a compelling Religious painting depicting the biblical moment when Abraham encounters the three angels near Sodom. Created as an etching on paper, the artwork combines a raw, expressive style influenced by Naïve art (primitivism), characterized by simple forms and vivid storytelling. The scene captures divine intervention and human curiosity, emphasizing spiritual themes through its accessible, almost primitive aesthetic. This combination of techniques and styles yields a work that is both visually striking and deeply rooted in biblical tradition.

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