The Dream of Lamon and Dryas (from the Daphnis and Chloe series)
Exhibition poster; printed after-work (reproduction of a color lithograph) • Marc Chagall (after); published by The Israel Museum, Jerusalem.
Style & Movement
Modernism / School of Paris / Surrealism.
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic reproduction on paper. Original 1961 work was a color lithograph printed by Mourlot Frères.
Creation Period
Original lithograph 1961; this exhibition poster created for Summer 1984.
Dimensions & Format
Original image 420 x 320 mm; poster size approximately 60 x 40 cm (portrait format).
Subject Description
A dreamlike scene from Longus's Greek pastoral romance. It features a winged figure (Cupid/Eros) and floating nudes in a vivid blue and purple landscape, incorporating Chagall’s signature dream-logic and floating iconography.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good. Visible minor buckling within the frame and potential light fading of the magenta pigments.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Printed for the exhibition 'Marc Chagall: Book Illustrations' at The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, Summer 1984. Likely purchased as a souvenir of the exhibition.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the popularity of Chagall's 'Daphnis and Chloe' series, widely regarded as one of the peak achievements of 20th-century printmaking. As a poster, its value is commemorative rather than an investment-grade original work.
Notable Features
Includes bilingual (English/Hebrew) institutional credits at the bottom, identifying it specifically as Plate 4 from the 1961 published suite.
Condition Issues
Possible light damage (UV exposure), rippling of the paper at the bottom edge, and minor scuffing on the frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend acidic-free mounting and UV-reflective glass if preserved for sentimental reasons. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent further fading of the ink.