This is a vibrant and meticulously detailed vintage Judaica lithograph art print by the prominent Jerusalem artist Chanan Mazal. Titled Alef-Bet, this piece beautifully illustrates the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet, with each character intricately formed by figures, narrative scenes, and symbols central to Jewish life, holidays, and biblical history.

From the crown (Keter) on the letter Kaf to the dove of peace (Shalom) on the letter Shin, each character offers an illuminated, miniature vignette accompanied by its corresponding concept printed below. The print features crisp, saturated colors accented by polished metallic gold details.

The piece is presented in its original presentation gallery matting and is hand-signed in pencil by the artist Chanan Mazal on the lower right of the mat board. The reverse retains the original gallery inventory label from C. Mazal Art Ltd., 11 Rivka St., Jerusalem, Israel. Ready for framing, this charming work serves as both a beautiful piece of wall decor and an educational celebration of Jewish heritage.

Specifications & Details

• Artist: Chanan Mazal (New York/Israel, b. 1952)

• Title/Subject: Illustrated Hebrew Alphabet (Alef-Bet)

• Origin: Jerusalem, Israel

• Estimated Age: Circa late 1980s to early 1990s

• Medium: Offset Lithograph Print on Paper

• Features: Hand-signed by the artist in pencil on the matting; original gallery sticker on reverse.

• Dimensions: Approximately 17" x 13.5" (including matting); Sight size: 12" x 8.5"

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The lithographic print is bright, clean, and free from fading, foxing, or water damage. The cream-colored presentation mat board remains structurally sound and flat with minimal, negligible handling wear on the outer corners from storage. It has never been framed.

Reference

Source: Hanan Mazal - luaḥ omanut Yehudit 758 / Chanan Mazal - Judaic Art Calendar 1997-98, by Chanan Mazal, published by C. Mazal Art Ltd., Jerusalem, 1997. (Library of Congress Control Number: no2015084354 / Open Library ID: OL15880729A). This publication compiles the foundational typographic and narrative holiday designs produced by his studio at 11 Rivka Street during this prime period of production.

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