Lot 439
Israel, Modelia," King David" by Marc Chagall, Pure Silver Wall Plaque, 1993. Large framed example containing 7 1/2" version of medal issue by the Israel Government Coins & Medals Corp. Features full color silk screen version of "[King David's] Entry into Jerusalem." This is serial number 164/5009. Contains 600 gm. of .9999 fine silver. Frame measures about 12 x 12" but is damaged; should be reframed. Probably the most popular of all the modelias produced. COA on back of frame.
"The Entry into Jerusalem" is one of the works in the tapestry adorning the Knesset, Israel's parliament. After King David established his capital in Jerusalem, he and the Israelites brought the Ark of the Covenant into the city in a joyous procession "with all manner of instruments … with harps and with psalteries and with timbrels and with sistra and with cymbals." Around the figure of David dancing and playing the lyre before the Ark, Marc Chagall unites the past, present and future of the people of Israel in a colorful and exquisite composition. Chagall blends David and his procession harmoniously with Hassidim in kaftans and pioneers and landscapes and symbols ranging from biblical times to the period of the modern state.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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