Marc CHAGALL (1887-1985)(after)
Circe the Witch, 1989

Lithography
Unsigned
Centerfold as originally published
On Fabriano vellum approximately 37.5 x 57.5 cm

INFORMATION: Limited edition of 2500 copies, printed in lithography with 8 to 12 color passages for each plate in order to perfectly restore the finesse of the original edition. In order to ensure a wider distribution of this work, which Chagall held dear, his wife Vava supervised this second edition in 1989 (after that of Mourlot in 1974 - Catalogue raisonné Mourlot 749-830).
Marc Chagall's illustrations for the story "Odyssey" are a tribute to Homer's epic. Chagall himself visited Greece twice and was greatly inspired by ancient mythological motifs during his travels.

Circe was a sorceress in Greek mythology, the daughter of Helios (the sun god) and Perseis, a nymph. She was able to create magical potions that transformed people, as in the Odyssey, where she transformed Odysseus's crew into pigs.

Excellent condition