Miriam, sister of Moses, dances with her friends to celebrate the deliverance of Israel (Exodus, XV,19-21)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- c.1934 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled Miriam, sister of Moses, dances with her friends to celebrate the deliverance of Israel (Exodus, XV,19-21) depicts a lively scene rooted in religious painting. Rendered with a naïve art (primitivism) style, it emphasizes community and joy through simple, vivid figures. The scene likely appears on paper, capturing Miriam's exuberant dance after the Israelites' miraculous escape. The composition’s bold lines and flat perspective evoke techniques reminiscent of etching art, though here, the expressive, unrefined quality enhances its spiritual significance and celebratory spirit.
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