The Seven Species (Sheloshet HaRegalim and Israeli Land Symbols)
Limited Edition Print on Paper • Theo Tobiasse (1927–2012)
Style & Movement
Modern Judaica / School of Paris influenced Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Lithograph or Serigraph with Gold Leaf highlights; features vibrant flat color planes and calligraphic script.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980-1995)
Dimensions & Format
Tall vertical portrait format (approximately 30 x 10 inches / 76 x 25 cm)
Subject Description
A vertical composition combining Jewish liturgical text (Hebrew calligraphy) with symbolic imagery including the Menorah, the Ten Commandments (top left), Jerusalem architecture, and various agricultural symbols of Israel. The right panel is a kaleidoscopic montage of harvest and biblical motifs.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (based on low-resolution image); appears to have bright color saturation with minimal fading.
Estimated Market Value
$800 - $1,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$500 - $900 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a commercial gallery specializing in Judaica or via an estate auction. Tobiasse's works were widely distributed in Israel, France, and the US.
Art Historical Significance
Tobiasse is a major figure in 20th-century Jewish art, bridging the gap between surrealism and traditional folk motifs. This piece represents the post-Holocaust celebration of Jewish identity and the Land of Israel.
Notable Features
Includes a visible pencil signature by the artist at the bottom left and a numbering (e.g., HC or EA) at the bottom right. The use of 'stained glass' style segmentation is a signature technique of the artist.
Condition Issues
Possible light undulation of the paper; slight yellowing around the edges due to acidic matting (typical for prints of this age).
Conservation Recommendations
Remount using acid-free, archival materials and protect under UV-filtering museum glass to prevent color degradation.
Collector Notes
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