Solomon is proclaimed a King of Israel (I Kings, I, 32 40)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- c.1956 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Solomon is proclaimed a King of Israel (I Kings, I, 32-40)" is a compelling religious painting that captures a pivotal biblical moment. Rendered in a style influenced by Naïve art (primitivism), the artwork exhibits a charming simplicity and vivid storytelling. The artist employs paper as the medium, possibly through etching, to create intricate lines and textures. Its straightforward composition and expressive figures evoke a sense of divine authority and humility, characteristic of traditional religious painting, emphasizing spiritual themes with accessible, primitivist charm.
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