Self-Portrait

"Self-Portrait with Seven Fingers" is a 1913 oil painting by Belarusian-French artist Marc Chagall, created during his time in France. This self-portrait reveals Chagall's unique style rooted in Naïve art (primitivism). The artist depicts himself painting a scaled-down version of "Of Russia, of Donkeys and Others," emphasizing his connection to his homeland and personal symbolism. Notably, he portrays himself with seven fingers on one hand, emphasizing his individuality. Painted on paper using oil, the work exemplifies Chagall's inventive approach, which also extended into techniques like lithography. The painting is housed at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam.