Marc Chagall Color Lithograph 'Le Cirque'

This artwork is a color lithograph on paper, characteristic of the whimsical and surrealist style of Marc Chagall. The composition features a central equestrian female figure in a tutu, a floating clown-like figure to the left, and a simplified equine head to the right, rendered with loose, expressive black line work. The color palette includes vibrant washes of blue, red, and pink, applied with a soft, chalk-like texture typical of lithography. The piece is signed 'Marc Chagall' in the lower right corner, likely in the plate or by hand depending on the specific edition. The paper appears to have a natural cream tone, and there is visible foxing and light brown staining throughout the matting and potentially on the print itself, indicating age and exposure to moisture or non-acid-free materials. It is housed in an outdated chrome or metallic frame behind glass. The style suggests it was created mid-20th century, likely from one of the renowned 'Le Cirque' series or a related circus-themed portfolio from the 1960s. The dreamlike quality, floating figures, and bold use of primary colors are hallmarks of Chagall's later graphic works, which were often produced at the Mourlot Studios in Paris.