Artist: Dan Ben-Amotz (1923–1989)
Technique: Metal printing plates mounted on a wooden board
Dimensions: 16.5x 12 cm; height 3.5 cm
Status: Hand-signed by the artist (lower left)
About the Artwork:
A unique and rare original assemblage by the iconic Israeli writer and bohemian intellectual Dan Ben-Amotz. This piece features heavy, industrial metal printing plates meticulously mounted on a wooden base, reflecting his fascination with typography and "found objects." The plates bear fragments of Hebrew text and decorative elements, creating a raw aesthetic that symbolizes the physical history of the written word in Israel.
About the Artist:
Dan Ben-Amotz was a central and provocative figure in Israeli culture—a celebrated writer, journalist, and collector. Known for his wit and unconventional lifestyle, he was a key shaper of the modern Hebrew "Slang" and a prominent member of the Palmach generation. His artistic works, often incorporating industrial or found elements, are highly sought after by collectors of Israeli cultural history and bohemian artifacts.