Description
Minimal signs of wear. Corners and cover may show wear. May contain highlighting and or writing. May be missing dust jacket. May not include supplemental materials. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.
This copy of “Marc Chagall: The Lost Jewish World” by Benjamin Harshav offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of the renowned artist Marc Chagall, whose vibrant paintings and stained glass windows captured the essence of his Russian-Jewish heritage. Harshav, a renowned scholar of Yiddish literature and culture, delves deep into Chagall’s artistic journey, exploring the influences of his childhood in Vitebsk, a small town in present-day Belarus, and the impact of the Russian Revolution and subsequent pogroms on his creative expression.
Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Harshav unravels the symbolic language of Chagall’s art, revealing the profound connection between his whimsical imagery and the rich tapestry of Jewish folklore, mysticism, and the struggles of the diaspora. This volume is a must-have for art lovers, collectors, and anyone interested in the intersection of art, history, and cultural identity. Despite its well-loved condition, this book remains a treasure trove of knowledge, offering a rare opportunity to immerse oneself in the lost world that Chagall so masterfully brought to life on canvas.
