Circus Pirouette (Le Pitre au cirque, Circus Pirouette), 1961
The lithograph in color printed in the Mourlot workshop in Paris.
In this work, Chagall reveals the magical world of the circus, filling it with poetic images: acrobats, clowns, mythical creatures, and fantastic animals. The circus was one of the artist's favorite themes, symbolizing joy, tragedy, and human comedy. Bright colors and dynamic forms create a sense of movement and celebration.
Catalogue raisonné: Mourlot 306.
Sheet size: approx. 74 × 58 cm.
Edition: limited, each print is numbered and signed by the artist.
Marc Chagall (1887-1985) was a painter and graphic artist, one of the most significant representatives of the artistic avant-garde of the 20th century. He is known for his unique styles, which include elements of Primitivism, Cubism, Symbolism, and Surrealism.