Auction 91 · Lot 219
Silver-gilt kiddush cup set within revolving Agam serigraph (“Agamograph”) contained in lucite cylinder.
- Estimate
- $800–$1,200
- Hammer price
- $950
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
author
YAACOV AGAM REVOLVING SABBATH GOBLET.
Publication
c. 1990
summary
Agam's Hebrew calligraphy imprinted on top of the cylinder as a mirror image of the blessing over the wine; the letters of wehich are reflected onto the golden rim of the cup. One of 1800, numbered and signed by the artist. 5.9 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches (15 x 8 x 8 cm). A Star-of-David appears when the cup is spun.