From the terrace of his palace David sees bathing Bathsheba (II Samuel, XI, 2-3)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- c.1956 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
This evocative painting, inspired by Religious painting traditions, depicts King David on his palace terrace, overlooking Bathsheba bathing below, referencing 2 Samuel XI, 2-3. The scene is executed with a unique blend of styles, reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism), emphasizing bold lines and simplified forms. It resembles an Etching in its textured detail and expressive line work, yet is created on paper instead of traditional canvas. The work’s approach elevates it beyond mere realism, capturing divine scrutiny and human temptation with primal intensity.
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