Woodcut print from 1968.
An unnumbered and unsigned impression from the total edition of 238; this impression is on Japon paper, one of only 26 examples issued on this paper.
Dimensions of work: 32.5 x 25 cm.
Publisher: Cramer Éditeur, Geneva.
Reference: Cramer 74
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This original woodcut belongs to Poèmes, Marc Chagall’s luminous and introspective 1968 artist’s book, where image and verse flow together in lyrical harmony. In this body of work, Chagall turned inward, illustrating his own poetry with deeply personal and imaginative visuals—each print a delicate interplay of memory, mysticism, and romantic reverie.
Executed with remarkable finesse, these woodcuts were printed by the legendary Atelier Lacourière et Frélaut in Paris, whose collaboration with Chagall brought exceptional depth and clarity to each line and texture. The project was published by Cramer Éditeur in Geneva, a longtime friend and publisher of Chagall’s illustrated books. The paper bears the unmistakable hallmarks of fine art publishing—quality, refinement, and artistic intent.
Each composition in Poèmes resonates with the artist’s signature iconography: floating figures, folkloric animals, lovers in embrace, and celestial scenes that evoke both storytelling and Chagall’s enduring spiritual sensibility..
The work is in Excellent condition.
