Angel with a sword
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1956 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Angel with a sword" is a striking Religious painting that depicts a celestial being wielding a sword, symbolizing divine justice. Created using lithography on paper, the artwork combines spiritual symbolism with a naive style reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism). Its simple yet vivid imagery evokes a sense of innocence and conviction, characteristic of primitivist approaches, while conveying profound theological themes. The composition's straightforward technique highlights the artist’s intent to communicate powerful religious messages through accessible, unpretentious visuals.
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