Moses called the elders and presents Tablets of Law
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- 1966 ; Saint-paul-de-vence , France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled Moses called the elders and presents Tablets of Law depicts a pivotal biblical moment in a vivid religious painting style, characterized by a somewhat naive art (primitivism) approach that emphasizes straightforward storytelling and bold imagery. Moses is portrayed solemnly presenting the stone Tablets of Law to the elders, emphasizing divine authority and tradition. The scene captures the spiritual significance akin to rituals like Kiddush levana, celebrating divine commandments. Its simplified forms and vibrant colors evoke a sense of purity and reverence, reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism). The artwork could be reproduced using lithography on paper.
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