The Descent towards Sodom
- Artist
- Marc Chagall
- Date
- c.1931 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Descent towards Sodom" is a compelling example of Religious painting that blends elements of Naïve art (primitivism) and oil and gouache techniques on paper. The work vividly captures a biblical moment central to Jewish culture—the Descent towards Sodom, illustrating themes of morality and divine judgment. Its raw, straightforward style reflects the expressive qualities of primitivism, emphasizing deed, practice, and narrative. As a piece that intertwines art and story, it exemplifies how Jewish cultural and religious identity is expressed through visual media, blending tradition with artistic innovation within the broader context of secularized and ethnoreligious cultural practices.
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