Marc Chagall Lithograph from Derrière le Miroir

Artist Marc Chagall (1887–1985)

Title / Publication

Lithograph created for Derrière le Miroir (Behind the Mirror), published by Galerie Maeght, Paris.

Medium

Original color lithograph on wove paper.

Signature

Plate signed in red “Chagall” within the image.

• Hand-signed in pencil by Marc Chagall in the lower margin beneath the image.

Edition

• Produced as part of Derrière le Miroir, a highly respected French art journal issued between 1946–1982.
• Most copies were issued unsigned, but a limited number of deluxe editions were hand-signed by the artist, of which this work is one.

Description of Image

The lithograph depicts an artist at his easel, painting a figure in red while surrounded by whimsical, dreamlike imagery. The composition is infused with Chagall’s signature elements of vibrant color, floating figures, and poetic fantasy.

Condition

 excellent

Provenance

Issued by Galerie Maeght, Paris, as part of the Derrière le Miroir series.

Value / Collectibility

• Unsigned examples of this lithograph typically trade between $200–$1,200.
• Hand-signed pencil examples, such as this one, are significantly more valuable, generally ranging $5,000–$15,000+, depending on edition, subject, and condition

✅ Summary

This artwork is an original Marc Chagall color lithograph from the prestigious Derrière le Miroir series, hand-signed in pencil by the artist. It represents not only Chagall’s unique style but also a rare and collectible deluxe edition from one of the most important post-war art publications.