The Ark of the Covenant transported to Jerusalem, preceded by David dancing and playing the harp (II Samuel, VI, 1-5)
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- c.1956 ; France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
This painting vividly depicts the biblical scene of Religious painting tradition, illustrating the Naïve art (primitivism) style with simple, expressive figures. It shows the Ark of the Covenant being transported to Jerusalem, accompanied by David dancing and playing the harp, referencing II Samuel, VI, 1-5. The artwork is crafted on paper using striking etching techniques. Its naive, almost childlike quality offers a fresh perspective on this sacred moment, highlighting both spirituality and artistic innocence.
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