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Yaacov Agam
Life (limited edition, hand signed and numbered Op Art First Day Cover (framed)

1980

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Yaacov Agam "Life", (Hand Signed and numbered), 1980 Hand Signed, Stamped Gallery Art Center Envelope with French postage stamp & numbered Triple signature "Agam" and number 46/54 on the front Frame Included: floated in original vintage frame This very special vintage limited edition work features the “Agam” design by Yaacov Agam, a pioneer of Op Art. It is the first artist facsimile signature that France permitted to appear within an official cancel and was issued by France in 1980. Agam used his well-known multi-color triple signature for this piece. Agam, then, exceptionally, signed it by hand twice. The original French postage stamp can be seen as well. It is in in good condition. A rare and desirable piece of European vintage ephemera - highly collectible for Agam lovers. Measurements: Frame: 8 x 12 x 0.5 inch Work: 4.25 x 8.75 inches
  • Creator:
    Yaacov Agam (1928, Israeli)
  • Creation Year:
    1980
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good vintage condition; not examined outside of vintage period frame, but appears fine. The second signature underneath the first appears faded (see photo).
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1745212837702
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