MARC Chagall was a Russian-French artist who is considered to be one of the most influential figures in modern art. He was born in 1887 in Vitebsk, Belarus and is known for his unique style of painting which combined elements of cubism, surrealism, and expressionism. He is best known for his works such as 'The Green Violinist' and 'I and the Village'. His works often featured dreamlike scenes with vibrant colors and bold shapes. He died in 1985 in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France.