Marc CHAGALL (1887-1985)(after)
The Sirens, 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.

In Greek mythology, sirens are fantastical marine creatures. They are often depicted as half-woman, half-bird chimeras, unlike the Norse sirens, who were half-woman, half-fish creatures.

Excellent condition