Self-Portrait With Seven Fingers
Self-Portrait With Seven Fingers by J. Patrick Lewis is an illustrated book published by Creative Company on August 24, 2011. This 40-page work explores the life and artistry of Marc Chagall, a Russian Jew known for his vibrant paintings and unique perspective on the world. The book reflects on Chagall’s journey from his hometown of Vitebsk, Belarus, to major cities like St. Petersburg, Paris, and New York, highlighting his experiences through wars and persecution while celebrating his contributions to modernism.
Readers will find a colorful collection that features fourteen of Chagall’s works, each vividly reproduced and paired with poems by J. Patrick Lewis and Jane Yolen. This edition emphasizes themes of art and creativity, showcasing how Chagall’s life and experiences influenced his artistic expression. The combination of visual art and poetry offers a unique perspective on the artist’s legacy, making it a thoughtful exploration of his impact on the world of art.
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To do something with seven fingers is a Yiddish expression meaning to do something well or adroitly. Marc Chagall was a Russian Jew and a wandering dreamer. From his humble hometown of Vitebsk, Belarus, he went out to take in the world the grandeur of St. Petersburg, the romance of Paris, the freedom of New York. Through wars, Nazi persecution, and the passing of nine decades, he found love, pioneered techniques in modernism, and painted. Above all, he painted. Fourteen of Chagall s works are here vividly reproduced and accompanied by the poems of notable children s writers J. Patrick Lewis and Jane Yolen in this colorful celebration of a most remarkable artist.
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