Marc Chagall, The ship sets off, 1975

Marc Chagall 1887-1985

The ship sets off, 1975

lithograph

42.5 × 32.5 cm

2017-09li

Having received Prospero's promise of "calm seas, auspicious gales," the ship sets off on its journey home, its sails filled with wind, and two hands blessing its journey.

Provenance

Acquired with the support of the Nina and Roger Charitable Trust

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