Russian-born artist Marc Chagall (1887-1985) moved to Paris in 1910 to further his training as a painter. He returned to Russia in 1914, where he served as the director of the Art Academy in Vitsyebsk and as art director of the Moscow Jewish State Theater. Returning to the south of France in 1923, Chagall continued to influence the art scene and is, today, recognized as one of the most significant painters and graphic artists of the 20th century. His work, heavily influenced by Russian expressionism and French cubism, can be seen on display throughout France. The Musee National Message Biblique Marc-Chagall in Nice contains a large collection of his work, while the Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims contains stained-glass windows designed by the artist.
