Marc Chagall First Encounter Bella Chagall 1st Edition Memoir Romance Cubism ART

Description: First Encounterby Bella ChagallPublished by Schocken Books, New York, 1983. First English Edition, first printing. Good hardcover, in good dust jacket with some edge tears, small chips. Tight binding, spine canter, clean unmarked text, some wear to edges. Octavo, illustrations by Marc Chagall, 348 pages.This First English edition of Bella Chagall's memoir offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the early life and romance of one of the 20th century's most celebrated artistic couples. Originally written in Yiddish and first published posthumously in 1947, "First Encounter" chronicles Bella's meeting and courtship with the painter Marc Chagall in their hometown of Vitebsk, Russia.Bella's lyrical prose paints a vivid picture of Jewish life in pre-revolutionary Russia, capturing the sights, sounds, and traditions of a world that would soon vanish. Her recollections are infused with the same dreamlike quality that characterizes her husband's paintings, blending memory and imagination to create a deeply personal narrative.Of particular interest are Bella's insights into Marc Chagall's early artistic development and the profound influence their relationship had on his work. Her descriptions of their shared experiences provide invaluable context for understanding the symbolism and themes that would become hallmarks of Chagall's art.This edition is enhanced by reproductions of Marc Chagall's drawings, which complement and illustrate Bella's text. The book also includes an introduction by their daughter, Ida Chagall, offering additional perspective on her parents' relationship and the historical context of the memoir."First Encounter" stands as both a touching love story and an important historical document, providing a unique window into the personal life of one of modernism's most influential artists. It is an essential addition to any collection focused on 20th-century art history, Jewish literature, or memoirs of notable cultural figures.Loc: E2StoreAdd to FavoritesFeedbackMarc Chagall First Encounter Bella Chagall 1st Edition Memoir Romance Cubism ART First Encounterby Bella ChagallPublished by Schocken Books, New York, 1983. First English Edition, first printing. Good hardcover, in good dust jacket with some edge tears, small chips. Tight binding, spine canter, clean unmarked text, some wear to edges. Octavo, illustrations by Marc Chagall, 348 pages.This First English edition of Bella Chagall's memoir offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the early life and romance of one of the 20th century's most celebrated artistic couples. Originally written in Yiddish and first published posthumously in 1947, "First Encounter" chronicles Bella's meeting and courtship with the painter Marc Chagall in their hometown of Vitebsk, Russia.Bella's lyrical prose paints a vivid picture of Jewish life in pre-revolutionary Russia, capturing the sights, sounds, and traditions of a world that would soon vanish. Her recollections are infused with the same dreamlike quality that characterizes her husband's paintings, blending memory and imagination to create a deeply personal narrative.Of particular interest are Bella's insights into Marc Chagall's early artistic development and the profound influence their relationship had on his work. Her descriptions of their shared experiences provide invaluable context for understanding the symbolism and themes that would become hallmarks of Chagall's art.This edition is enhanced by reproductions of Marc Chagall's drawings, which complement and illustrate Bella's text. The book also includes an introduction by their daughter, Ida Chagall, offering additional perspective on her parents' relationship and the historical context of the memoir."First Encounter" stands as both a touching love story and an important historical document, providing a unique window into the personal life of one of modernism's most influential artists. It is an essential addition to any collection focused on 20th-century art history, Jewish literature, or memoirs of notable cultural figures.Loc: E2

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