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AGAM, Yaakov (1928 - ) Most noted Israeli artist born May 11, 1928 in Rishon, LeZion, then mandate Palestine. Agam trained at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem before moving to Zurich, Switzerland in 1949. In 1951 Agam moved to Paris, France where he lives today. He is a world-renowned kinetic artist. He had several gallery and museum exhibitions. Numerous works by Agam have sold at auction including the sale of “New Israel Design” at Sotheby’s in 2010 for $698,500. Also Agam is noted for his “Star of Love” silver medal (1978) where the Star of David changes shape as the medal is rotated. This popular medal commemorates Israel’s 30th Anniversary. Agam was voted 195th greatest Israeli of all time. Agam is called one of the most important living artists of our time. Book by Merlin Levin, “It Takes A Dream, The Story of Hadassah” Gefen Publ. 1997 First Edition, printed in Israel. Four hundred forty-five pages, illustrations in color. On the title page the author has inscribed and signed: “For Ruth, Marlin Levin, 7-14-97, Chicago.” Agam has drawn a rainbow in five colors adding a heart and star. In addition he has signed his name. Book in fine condition with the dust jacket in a protective cover. A wonderful item.........$350.00
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