Theme of the Lovers

Chagall's preoccupation with this theme which he addressed beginning from his early paintings, undoubtedly originates in his great love for his first wife Bella. From the moment they met, Bella instantly became his favorite model and greatest inspiration.

His own intimate experience gave rise to pictures of lovers clasped tight in each other's arms, kissing, enclosed in the enchanted circle of love. 

Most of the paintings of this theme are characterized by intense color, which is very often the main medium for transmitting the couple's blissful state. The motif of flight emerges in full force in the compositions as an expression of their excitement.