Description
The book Marc Chagall by Franz Meyer, published by Abrams, is a comprehensive and definitive biography of the renowned artist Marc Chagall. Meyer, who was Chagall's son-in-law, offers a detailed exploration of Chagall's life, from his early years in Vitebsk, Russia (now Belarus), through his various artistic phases, including his time in Paris, his escape from Nazi-occupied Europe, and his later years in America and France.
The book is notable for its rich, scholarly analysis, complemented by numerous illustrations, photographs, and reproductions of Chagall's work. It discusses the unique blend of folklore, fantasy, and personal symbolism that characterizes Chagall's art, as well as his connection to Jewish culture and traditions, his experimentation with different mediums, and his influence on modern art.