This captivating limited edition lithograph by acclaimed Israeli artist Leon Azoulay depicts the iconic biblical scene from the Book of Exodus: Moses raising his staff to part the Red Sea, enabling the Israelites to escape Pharaoh's pursuing army. The artwork is masterfully created using Azoulay's signature micro-calligraphy technique, where the entire composition— including figures, waves, mountains, and landscape—is formed from minuscule handwritten Hebrew script drawn from the text of the Torah (specifically the Book of Exodus). This intricate method blends visual art with sacred scripture, resulting in a piece that rewards close inspection. The color palette features soft watercolor washes in blues, yellows, earth tones, and subtle reds, evoking a dramatic yet ethereal desert seascape at dawn or dusk. The print is hand-numbered "125/500" in pencil at the bottom, alongside the artist's signature "Azoulay Leon." It is professionally framed under glass with a double mat (white inner, light gray outer) and an ornate gold-tone beaded wood frame, ready for wall display. The back includes D-ring hangers and a label with hanging instructions (no wire, use two hooks 31.75" apart).
Origin: Created in Safed (Tzfat), Israel, by Moroccan-born Israeli artist Leon Azoulay (b. 1945), who immigrated to Israel in 1955 and established his gallery in the historic artists' quarter of Safed. Azoulay is renowned for fusing micro-calligraphy (also known as micrography) with biblical themes, drawing from Hebrew Scriptures.
Age: Circa 1990s-2000s. The artist has been producing works in this style since the 1970s, with limited editions like this one typically dating from his mature period. No exact date is marked on the piece, but comparable editions from his catalog align with this timeframe.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The print shows no fading, tears, foxing, or discoloration. Colors remain vibrant and crisp. Glass is clean and unscratched. Matting is pristine. Overall, extremely well-preserved and display-ready.
Material
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Print: Lithograph on high-quality archival paper
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Technique: Printed reproduction of original micro-calligraphy (handwritten Hebrew text forming the image)
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Frame: Wood with gold-tone finish and beaded detailing
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Glazing: Glass
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Backing: Cardboard with kraft paper dust cover
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Hardware: Metal D-rings for hanging
Dimensions
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Overall with frame: 28.5" height x 35.25" width
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Visible artwork (approximate): 18" height x 24" width
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Depth: Approximately 1"
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