Prieuré de Vivoin 1969

This enchanting original 1969 lithographic poster by Marc Chagall was created to promote an exhibition held at the Prieuré de Vivoin, a historic priory turned cultural venue in Sarthe, France. As always with Chagall, the poster is not merely an announcement, but a poetic artwork in its own right.

Rendered in soft aquamarine, lush greens, and vivid inks, the composition features a whimsical scene with Chagall’s signature floating figures, a humble house, and a green bird perched peacefully atop the roof. A braided figure—part human, part dream—walks gently across the composition, integrating the fantastical with the domestic, the grounded with the surreal.

The central image, framed in loose pastel forms, reflects Chagall’s deep connection to themes of memory, home, love, and folklore, drawing heavily from his Jewish heritage and Russian roots. The spontaneous linework and lyrical palette are characteristic of Chagall’s visual language, offering a sense of innocence and mystery.

Boldly signed at the bottom in a painterly blue script, the poster captures the childlike wonder and spiritual resonance that define Chagall’s art. Today, this lithograph stands as a beautiful example of 20th-century exhibition design—an intersection of fine art and graphic communication.

It is not just an invitation to an exhibition—it is a small, magical window into the world of Chagall.

Lithography - Exhibition - Sarthe

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Good condition