Abraham Weeping for Sarah (Genesis, XIII, 1)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1956 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Abraham Weeping for Sarah (Genesis, XIII, 1)" is a poignant Religious painting that vividly captures the sorrow of Abraham upon Sarah’s death. Created as an Etching on paper, the artwork exhibits a raw, primitive charm characteristic of Naïve art (primitivism). The simplified forms and emotionally direct style evoke an accessible, heartfelt response, emphasizing the biblical scene with sincerity and immediacy. This piece exemplifies how religious themes can be rendered through humble techniques, blending spiritual gravity with a naive aesthetic.
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