Moses, on the order of the Lord has struck the rock in Horeb and sparked a source (Exodus, xvii, 4-7)

Moses, on the order of the Lord has struck the rock in Horeb and sparked a source (Exodus, xvii, 4-7) by Marc Chagall
Artist
Marc Chagall
Date
c.1934 ; Paris , France
Style
Naïve art
Genre
Religious painting
The painting titled "Moses, on the order of the Lord has struck the rock in Horeb and sparked a source" exemplifies a Religious painting depicting a pivotal biblical miracle. Rendered on paper, the work combines elements of Naïve art (primitivism), with simple, expressive forms that emphasize the divine intervention. The artist’s technique resembles an etching, with bold lines conveying the urgency and spirituality of the scene. Overall, the piece offers a raw, direct depiction that captures the sacred significance of Moses' miracle in the desert.

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