Yaacov Agam
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Yaacov Agam

Israel • 1928  281 followers

Reality surpasses art; art is the revelation of reality.

Biography

Yaacov Agam, born in 1928, is a globally renowned Israeli artist famous for his work in kinetic art. Agam is celebrated for his works that explore movement and the interaction between the viewer and the artwork, a concept he refers to as the "fourth dimension". Through his sculptures, paintings, and installations, Agam invites viewers to experience a unique artistic journey, highlighting geometric illusions and movement.

Yaacov Agam's art is particularly known for his limited edition pieces, such as his abstract and geometric creations, which play with light and color effects to create fascinating visual illusions. His works have been exhibited in the world's leading museums, including the Georges Pompidou Museum in Paris, where his kinetic art creations have been admired by a large audience. Famous pieces like "Untitled" or "Yellow Haze" showcase his talent for creating dynamic and vibrant effects that change depending on the viewing angle.

Yaacov Agam's kinetic sculpture transforms space into a constant movement, and his artistic vision focuses on interactivity, dynamism, and the participation of the public. He is one of the pioneers of the kinetic art movement, which strives to bring static art to life. Works like the "Kiddush Cup" or "Rainbow" are emblematic of his abstract art and his ability to reveal new dimensions in his creations.

Among his influences are figures like Victor Vasarely, Fernand Léger, and Bridget Riley, but Yaacov Agam's mark remains unparalleled in the field of interactive visual art. His early exhibitions in Paris, Tel-Aviv, and New York were a great success, solidifying his place among the leading artists in the world of modern and kinetic art.

Today, the artist continues to evolve his creations, exploring new techniques and formats. His abstract art studio and limited edition works continue to fascinate art lovers worldwide. Yaacov Agam's work remains an essential reference in the art world, a living testament to the fusion of movement, illusion, and kinetic art.

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Sculpture, Fascination Prismagraph, Yaacov Agam

Fascination Prismagraph

Yaacov Agam

Sculpture - 71.1 x 91.4 x 7.6 cm Sculpture - 28 x 36 x 3 inch

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Sculpture, Shalom Menorah, Yaacov Agam

Shalom Menorah

Yaacov Agam

Sculpture - 47 x 29 x 12.5 cm Sculpture - 18.5 x 11.4 x 4.9 inch

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Design, Torah Book, Yaacov Agam

Torah Book

Yaacov Agam

Design - 28 x 22 x 7 cm Design - 11 x 8.7 x 2.8 inch

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