Nahum Gilboa (1917–2015) – Abstract Composition (Gouache on Paper)
Description
An exceptional and rare abstract work by acclaimed Israeli artist Nahum Gilboa. Known primarily for his lyrical realism and nostalgic, detailed depictions of old Tel Aviv and Jaffa, this piece offers a unique and highly collectible glimpse into Gilboa's expressive, non-representational experimentation.
The artwork features a dynamic, organic web of interwoven lines in earthy ochre, vibrant pink, and warm orange tones, dramatically contrasted against a deep, textured dark background.
Artwork Specifications
Artist: Nahum Gilboa (Israeli, 1917–2015)
Title: Abstract Composition
Medium: Gouache on paper
Dimensions: 33 × 40 cm (approx. 13 × 15.7 inches)
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist in the lower right corner ("NAHUM GILBOA")
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; vivid colors and well-preserved paper texture
Style: Mid-century Israeli Abstract / Expressionism
About the Artist
Born in Sofia, Bulgaria, Nahum Gilboa immigrated to Israel (then Mandatory Palestine) in 1939. He studied art at the prestigious Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris. His works have been exhibited extensively in prominent galleries across Europe, Israel, and the United States, and are held in numerous private and public collections worldwide.