Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - David et Bethsabée

Marc Chagall (1887–1985)
"David and Bathsheba" (David et Bethsabée), 1956
An Original Mid-Century Stone Lithograph from the Acclaimed "Verve" Bible Suite

Key Highlights
* Master Printmaker: Printed by the legendary Mourlot Frères in Paris, the undisputed peak of mid-century fine art printmaking.
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* Prestigious Provenance: Sourced directly from the landmark publication Verve Vol. VIII, Nos. 33–34: Illustrations for the Bible (1956), published by Tériade.
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* Catalogue Raisonné: Formally documented in the definitive literature (Mourlot 132 / Cramer 25).
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* Blue-Chip Asset: Sourced from Chagall's most historically significant and globally collected graphic series, ensuring excellent long-term capital preservation.

Artwork Specifications
* Medium: Original Color Lithograph from Stone
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* Year of Creation: 1956
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* Sheet Size: Approx. 35.5 x 26 cm (14" x 10.2")
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* Paper Type: Premium Wove Paper (Papier Vélin)
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* Signature/Edition: Unsigned and unnumbered, as officially issued in the original 1956 Verve suite.
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* Condition: Excellent/Very Good vintage condition with vibrant, deep color saturation.
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Art Historical Description
David and Bathsheba (1956) exemplifies Chagall’s ability to blend biblical narrative with poetic surrealism, showcasing an intimate, dreamlike double portrait characterized by rich, vibrant colors and expressive, calligraphic line work. The artwork features intense, saturated tones—deep terracottas, crimsons, and rich cobalt blues—that highlight the emotional depth of the figures, with David holding a harp that symbolizes the "music of the soul".
As part of the renowned Verve Bible suite, this original lithograph, printed by Mourlot, captures the essence of the "Golden Age" of the School of Paris. Having been protected within the original publication, the print retains excellent color vibrancy and stone-grain texture, making it a valuable acquisition for collectors.