Eve is cursed by God
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1960 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Eve is cursed by God" is a striking religious painting that vividly captures the moment of divine judgment. Executed in a raw, expressive style reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism), it emphasizes emotional intensity over technical precision. The artwork was likely created on paper using lithography, making it accessible and reproducible. Its simple yet powerful composition underscores the biblical story’s timeless moral, blending folk-like innocence with profound religious themes.
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