Christ as a clock
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1957 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Symbolic painting
"Christ as a clock" is a compelling symbolic painting that combines surrealist elements with a naive art (primitivism) style, creating a dreamlike and thought-provoking image. The artwork, rendered through lithography on paper, depicts Christ intertwined with the imagery of a clock, emphasizing themes of temporality and spirituality. Its simplistic yet profound approach reflects Naïve art characteristics, while its surreal composition invites viewers to explore the symbolic significance of divine time and human mortality.
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