This rich and comprehensive illustrated account of modern Israel’s culture extends from the pre-state years of Zionist art in the early 20th century up until the present day. Analyzing artistic developments throughout successive periods, Yigal Zalmona describes the many ways in which Israel’s art has been influenced by its social and political history. His look at the big picture goes in parallel with detailed, enlightening descriptions of important artworks from every period. Drawing on the author’s decades of activity in the field of Israeli art, as historian, critic, teacher, and curator, A Century of Israeli Art will be fascinating reading for art-lovers and for all those with an interest in Israel’s cultural history.
"A satisfying blend of scholarly analysis and accessibility" (Literary Review)
"An incisive look at Israel’s visual arts" (Haaretz English edition)
"A must-read for all lovers of Israeli art" (Images: A Journal of Jewish Art and Visual Culture)
2013
Hardcover, 512 pages
The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
The Israel Museum, Jerusalem is among the world's most highly rated encyclopedic museums. It holds the biggest collection of ancient Israel and Bible Lands antiquities on the planet, and is home to groundbreaking archaeological discoveries such as the Dead Sea Scrolls. The museum creates replicas and adaptations of Jewish and Israeli artifacts from around the world; these rare pieces make wonderful gifts.
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https://www.judaicawebstore.com/a-century-of-israeli-art-hardcover-p1237494981A Century of Israeli Art (Hardcover)https://www.judaicawebstore.com/media/catalog/product/A/-/A-Century-of-Israeli-Art-Hardcover-IM-137562_large.jpg8989USDInStock/Judaica/Jewish Books/Israeli & Jewish Art/Jewish Gifts from Israel/The Israel Museum/Books and Catalogues35903700<p>Give the one who appreciates art the gift of history and beauty in one with this hardcover book from the Israel Museum:</p>
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<li>Titled a Century of Israeli Art with outstanding descriptions from each time period from the early 20th century to present day.</li>
<li>Contains the development of art history based on social and political changes in the Land of Israel.</li>
<li>Wonderful gift to add to the art history book collection of someone you love! </li>
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<p><strong>Yigal Zalmona</strong></p>
<p><strong>Size: 11.22" X 9.65" / 28.5 X 24.5 cm</strong></p>
<p>This rich and comprehensive illustrated account of modern Israel’s culture extends from the pre-state years of Zionist art in the early 20th century up until the present day. Analyzing artistic developments throughout successive periods, Yigal Zalmona describes the many ways in which Israel’s art has been influenced by its social and political history. His look at the big picture goes in parallel with detailed, enlightening descriptions of important artworks from every period. Drawing on the author’s decades of activity in the field of Israeli art, as historian, critic, teacher, and curator, A Century of Israeli Art will be fascinating reading for art-lovers and for all those with an interest in Israel’s cultural history.</p>
<p>"A satisfying blend of scholarly analysis and accessibility" (Literary Review)</p>
<p>"An incisive look at Israel’s visual arts" (Haaretz English edition)</p>
<p>"Compelling, scholarly, well-nuanced, ... beautifully produced" (Financial Times)</p>
<p>"A must-read for all lovers of Israeli art" (Images: A Journal of Jewish Art and Visual Culture)</p>
<p><strong>2013</strong></p>
<p><strong>Hardcover, 512 pages</strong></p>
<p><strong>The Israel Museum, Jerusalem</strong></p>
<p>The Israel Museum, Jerusalem is among the world's most highly rated encyclopedic museums. It holds the biggest collection of ancient Israel and Bible Lands antiquities on the planet, and is home to groundbreaking archaeological discoveries such as the Dead Sea Scrolls. The museum creates replicas and adaptations of Jewish and Israeli artifacts from around the world; these rare pieces make wonderful gifts.</p></div></div></div>00BooksThe Israel Museum
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