Lilies of the Valley
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1916 ; Saint Petersburg , Russian Federation
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Still life
- Location
- Tretyakov Gallery
The painting titled 'Lilies of the Valley' depicts a delicate still life arrangement of the iconic, sweetly scented white flowers, characteristic of lily-of-the-valley, which bloom in spring in European and Asian woodlands. Executed in oil paints, the artist employs a naïve art (primitivism) style, emphasizing simplicity and innocence. The composition may be set on a piece of cardboard or similar textured surface, giving the work a raw, unrefined charm. The familiar motif captures the essence of natural beauty while reflecting an uncomplicated, almost childlike perspective.
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