Haggadah shel Pesah, Yaacov Agam, Paris: Atelier Arcay; London: Capepark Ltd., 1985

Limited edition, number 1 of 9 H.C. G.E. (Golden Edition), signed by both the artist and printer on the introductory limitation leaf; first and last prints also signed by the artist.

A modern illustrated Haggadah by noted Israeli artist and sculptor Yaacov Agam (b. 1928). The text recounting the Exodus from Egypt comes to life here through the use of distinctly modern and brilliantly-colored designs. The geometric imagery and playful typography continue in the storied tradition of Haggadah decoration via a refreshing aesthetic unique to the artist.

Physical Description

58 multicolor serigraphs pulled by hand on Rives 270-gsm (Arjomari-Prioux) paper (15 x 16 3/4 in.; 380 x 425 mm), placed within paper guards. Hebrew with English translation on facing waxed tissue guard, numbered 1-57 in Hebrew characters in the lower-inner corners, with golden Stars of David in the lower-outer corners. Slight scattered staining and discoloration on some guards throughout; small nick in paper guard near head of title page; a few short scratches near outer edge of title page; waxed tissue guard facing f. 1 creased; finger marks(?) on f. 13; paper guard near head of f. 57 warped. Elegant original green velvet binding with brass corner pieces; gilt title within a stylized Star of David above gilt author name on upper board, with minor wear on spine. Housed in a matching original green velvet folding case with brass corner pieces; gilt title within a stylized Star of David above gilt author name on upper board; gilt title and author name on spine; folding case somewhat scuffed on spine and slightly soiled on lower board.