Artist: Dan Ben-Amotz (1923–1989)
Technique: Long metal surgical forceps on a dark wooden base
Dimensions: Total length approx. 38 cm | Base: 11 x 11 cm
Status: Hand-signed by the artist on the wooden block
About the Artwork:
A striking and rare "Found Object" (Ready-made) sculpture by the iconic Israeli bohemian Dan Ben-Amotz. This piece features exceptionally long surgical forceps mounted vertically on a solid, 11x11 cm dark wooden base. By positioning the instrument upright, Ben-Amotz transforms the clinical tool into a powerful, elegant, and somewhat ominous silhouette. Personally signed by the artist, this work creates a stark contrast between cold industrial metal and organic wood, representing the peak of Israeli avant-garde art.
About the Artist:
Dan Ben-Amotz was a pivotal figure in Israeli culture—a celebrated writer, journalist, and provocative collector. His artistic legacy is defined by his ability to find beauty in functional and industrial objects. These "Ready-made" sculptures reflect the edgy, unpretentious spirit of old Tel Aviv's bohemian circles and are highly prized by collectors of Israeli cultural history.