Agam was born in 1928 a son of a rabbi of rishon lezion israel, who devoted his. Find artworks by yaacov agam israeli, 1928 on mutualart and find more works from galleries, museums and auction houses worldwide. In addition, some artists are especially known for certain subject matter. We just dont publish books, we do lot more to them. Major influences at the time were yaacov agam s teacher, johannes itten, and the painter and sculptor max bill.
May 11, 1928, born yaacov gibstein, has been and continues to be a leading israeli artist. Lesson plan for art making in the manner of yaacov agams. Stay in the loop with free email updates on your favorite artists. His father, yehoshua gibstein, was a rabbi and a kabbalist. Agam has become one of the most influential modern artists since his first solo exhibition in 1953. A really cool middle school art project three different pieces combined into one, see a different painting depending on the angle students developed 3 separate works, ea manipulated in special ways. Collectors who want to add the fourth dimension to their collection can acquire the artwork of kinetic artist yaacov agam during the 2017 summer sale agam is often referred to as one of the fathers of kinetic art for his revolutionary. Yaacov agam is an israeli artist best known for his pioneering of kinetic art. Buy and sell signed multiples and original paintings at fair prices on llery. Art critics and art historians in museums and institutions throughout the world have acclaimed him for his inventive, talented genius, bestowing upon him numerous awards. Art critics and art historians in museums and institutions throughout the world have acclaimed him for his inventive, talented genius, bestowing upon. Preface frank popper yaacov agam the artist and his credo introduction thomas m.
Torah book polymorph sculpture 1992 11 in sculpture. Yaacov agam is one of over 100 world renowned artists available through herndon fine art. Aug 03, 2017 collectors who want to add the fourth dimension to their collection can acquire the artwork of kinetic artist yaacov agam during the 2017 summer sale agam is often referred to as one of the fathers of kinetic art for his revolutionary inclusion of the fourth dimension of time into art. Now no need to look into heavy books, no need to manage sheets of paper, and not even typing those difficult equations on word. If you are looking for a particular piece by yaacov agam, tell us what it. Yaacov agam israeli, 1928 suite 3 the complete set of 3 prints 1974, all signed in ink, numbered 17140 there were also 60 artist s proofs in roman numerals, the full sheets lacking the title and text pages, portfolio box. Search an artist andor an artwork my artists auction results for yaacov agam in printmultiple to access yaacov agams auction records, you need to log in and have a subscription. Encyclopedia britannica complete article on yaacov agam note.
Yaacov agam born 1928 is best known for his optical and kinetic art. A worldrenowned kinetic artist, yaacov agam pioneered a new form of art that contemplates progress, time, and the role of the viewer. Agam trained at the bezalel academy of art and design in jerusalem, before moving to zurich, switzerland in 1949, where he studied under johannes itten 18881967 at the kunstgewerbe schule, and was also. Agam was born in 1928 a son of a rabbi of rishon lezion israel, who devoted his life to the study of jewish religious matters and wrote books.
Middle school students were introduced to the work of artist yaacov agam through a teachermade powerpoint presentation. Moles yaacov agam and instrumental painting alain jouffroy agams. A conversation between yaacov agam and bernard mandelbaum by yaacov agam and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Aluminumbased wholesale exhibit manufacturing agam group. Get the best deals on yaacov agam art paintings when you shop the largest online selection at. Yaacov agam geometric 5 agam, 1975 limited edition print screenprint eur 1. Yaacov agam has had two major retrospectives of his art. This 1989 print was created for the tel aviv museum of art, based on agam s 1970 oil on aluminum work titled, pace of time.
Messer introduction to agam s visual kinetism giulio carlo argan densities of the immaterial. Yaacov agam original color trip serigraph signed modern illusion artwork framed. Lord mahavirs preaching was methodically compiled by his followers into many texts. Knowing the lineage of ownership and exhibition history can add to the value of your artwork. Oct 26, 2011 there are currently no items available for purchase in this department. Yaacov agam was born yaakov gibstein in rishon lezion, then mandate palestine. His father, yehoshua gibstein, was a rabbi and a kabbalist agam trained at the bezalel academy of art and design in jerusalem, before moving to zurich, switzerland in 1949, where he studied under johannes itten 18881967 at the kunstgewerbe schule, and was also influenced by the painter and sculptor. Research 1,657 yaacov agam prices and auction results in art. His works transcend traditional artistic boundaries, propelling him into the forefront of a new art aesthetic. Yaacov agam, the artist, stands for the beginning of a new art. The art of yaacov agam meet standard by using one realistic, one abstract and one nonobjective piece. The son of an orthodox rabbi, agam first trained as an artist in jerusalem, going on to combine formalist art with kabbalistic mysticism, and.
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The full version of the article is available only if you follow this link. An original serigraph by israeli artist yaacov agam created in 1973 artist. Search our auction archives below to find item values. As a sculptor and experimental artist, he is most wellknown for his influence on optical and kinetic art, both of which stress change and movement. Yaacov agam paintings for sale yaacov agam art value. Yaacov agam israeli, 1928 suite 3 the complete set of 3 prints 1974, all signed in ink, numbered 17140 there were also 60 artists proofs in roman numerals, the full sheets lacking the title and text pages, portfolio box. Get the best deals on yaacov agam art prints when you shop the largest. Focusing on artwork which moves or appears to move, students were challenged to develop their own piece of visually kinetic artwork. Prices at auctions for printmultiple artworks by yaacov agam. But the work of agam is also there to provide us joy. Hence, the jain religion does not have one sacred book like the bible or koran, but it has many books complied by many followers. Yaacov agam paintings for sale yaacov agam art value price. Yaacov agam is an israeliborn sculptor and experimental artist who has lived in paris.
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He sees the city as a significant inspiration for his work. Find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks for sale, the latest news, and sold auction prices. He encourages viewers to reflect on artistic creation and the spiritual values of society through transformative art. The year the work was painted is relevant as well, as many artists have their peak most valuable periods. A wonderful edition to any home, this book is 480 pages with 653 illustrations including 248 full color plates by the father of kinetic art. Messer introduction to agams visual kinetism giulio carlo argan densities of the immaterial. Yaacov agam 1928 israel is an artist born in 1928 the oldest auction result ever registered on the website for an artwork by this artist is a sculpturevolume sold in 1983, at briest, and the most recent auction result is a printmultiple sold in 2020. Moles yaacov agam and instrumental painting alain jouffroy agam s movement serge. These texts are collectively known as agams, the sacred books of the jain religion. Whether you are interested in buying or selling fine art from yaacov agam, or any of these other fabulous artists we are your source. Get the best deals on yaacov agam art prints when you shop the largest online selection at. Yaacov agam becoming abc, 1977 limited edition print lithograph eur 1. Yaacov agam art for sale value guide heritage auctions.
See available prints and multiples, sculpture, and paintings for sale and learn about the artist. Marc scheps, former director of the tel aviv museum of art and the ludwig museum, cologne. Yaacov agam 1928 agam is one of the pioneer creators of the kinetic movement in art as well as its most outstanding contemporary representative. His father was a rabbi, a talmudic scholar and a kabbalist. Agam was born in 1928 a son of a rabbi of rishon lezion israel, who devoted his life to the study of. Yaacov agam is one of the very few living israeli artists who have attained international status he is the only israeli artist included in h. The size of an artwork is very often a factor in its value. This is not to say that his works do not have aesthetic antecedents and points of reference in art history, or, that the artist creates in a vacuum, uninfluenced by art that preceded him and the contemporary art of his time, or, that similarities and comparisons cannot be drawn between agams works and those of other. Choose your favorite yaacov agam designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. Arnasons voluminous history of modern art and in the recent dictionary of art and artists, edited by sir david piper. He studied at the bezalel academy of art and design in jerusalem before moving to switzerland, where he attended the kunstgewerbe schule. His artwork can be found in permanent museum collections all over the world, including the museum of modern art in new york and the hirshhorn museum and sculpture garden in washington, d. If an artwork contains quintessential details, it may be more valuable. The son of an orthodox rabbi, agam first trained as an artist in jerusalem, going on to combine formalist art with kabbalistic mysticism, and he is credited with introducing.
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