ISRAEL FRIENDS
HIGH HOLIDAYS CHARITY AUCTION
SEPTEMBER 2026
Turn your tzedakah into healing, mental health support & rebuilding for Israel
Bid on extraordinary pieces of Israeli history while helping expand critical mental health and trauma-care services throughout Israel. Explore our collection of historic Zionist artifacts sourced by the curators at Curio Auctions. Charity auction proceeds support Israel Friends’ critical work helping soldiers, families, & communities access trauma care, begin healing, & rebuild after years of war.
VINTAGE GRAPHIC POSTER
SUPPORTING IDF SOLDIERS
1960, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $1800 (estimate $2500-$3200)
A bold emblem of national solidarity and the civilian spirit of support for Israel’s defenders. This striking mid century 1960 poster by Rudy Deutsch Dayan was produced for the Association for the Wellbeing of Israel’s Soldiers, Ha Vaad LeMa'an HaChayal, to promote its grand lottery of over 300 prizes. The association occupied a central role in post state social mobilization, channeling funds from both domestic supporters and the Jewish diaspora into welfare services, supplemental equipment and family aid for the Israel Defense Forces. In the decade after independence the IDF was transformed from underground militias into a national conscripted army charged with defending a fragile and expanding state, and organizations such as AWIS helped bind civilians to that collective defense effort. Rendered in bold lithographic color with a heroic soldier motif, the design balances commercial urgency with patriotic appeal, clearly advertising the one lira ticket price and the chance to win cars and major prizes to encourage mass participation. The imagery captures 1960 Israel when economic austerity, mass immigration and regional tensions made civilian contributions both practical and symbolic; lotteries and public campaigns reinforced national cohesion while materially sustaining soldiers stationed along volatile borders. This poster also embodies the evolving relationship between Am Yisrael and its armed forces, reflecting how diaspora philanthropy and domestic civic campaigns fortified the IDF during formative years. As the Israel Defense Forces consolidated training, logistics and doctrine, visible civilian support through Ha Vaad LeMa'an HaChayal nurtured morale and legitimacy, turning small acts of giving into a foundation for national resilience. 39x27in; In Very Good Condition
PRIME MINISTER GOLDA MEIR
HAND-SIGNED LARGE PORTRAIT PHOTO
TAKEN BY UK ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHER
1970, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
RESERVE: $4500 (estimate $6000-$8000)
Golda Meir’s determined gaze in this historic photograph captures the resolve of our People securing our future and honors those who serve the nation. This large signed dedicated portrait of Prime Minister Golda Meir resonates as a public testament to leadership during Israel’s formative decades, when the fledgling state depended on steady governance and collective sacrifice. As one of the principal architects of modern Israeli politics, Meir brought a lifetime of Zionist commitment from pre-state organizing through statecraft, shaping policies that sustained the civilian population and the soldiers who defended it. Photographed in London in 1970 by Reginald Davis, the image recalls the diplomacy, fundraising, and moral advocacy that linked Israel to Jewish communities around the world and helped translate diaspora solidarity into practical support for the Israeli Defense Forces and national institutions. Reginald Davis, noted for his portraiture of British high society and his connections to the royal household, brings a formal dignity to the photograph that underscores Meir’s international stature and the diplomatic networks that reinforced Israel’s standing. Meir’s premiership is inseparable from the broader history of Zionist leadership that marshaled political, economic, and philanthropic resources to secure a homeland. Her voice amplified appeals for tzedakah and mutual responsibility at moments of crisis and consolidation, reinforcing a culture in which civilians and donors saw backing the army as an extension of communal duty. The signed dedication personalizes that relationship, making the portrait both a political likeness and a symbol of transnational ties that sustained statehood and bolstered troop morale. Offered as an object of remembrance and inspiration, this signed portrait invites donors to honor leadership, service, and the enduring bonds between Israel and the Jewish diaspora. It stands as an emblem of national resilience and collective stewardship, encouraging philanthropic support for causes that continue to protect the country and those who defend it. 9x11.5in; In Very Good Condition
'AMERICANS FOR HAGANAH'
ENAMELED GILT PIN BROOCH
DURING WAR OF INDEPENDENCE
1948, NEW YORK, USA
RESERVE: $750 (estimate $850-$1100)
This beautiful antique fashion accessory carries the proud promise of solidarity of the Jewish diaspora for the defenders of a nascent Hebrew nation. A gilt and enameled pin from 'Americans for Haganah' proclaims the linkage between American Jewish activism and the struggle to secure Eretz Yisrael in 1947–48, when private groups moved swiftly to answer urgent needs of Jewish defenders in the Land of Israel. Founded in New York under leaders like Abraham Feinberg, Americans for Haganah marshaled public opinion, raised funds, and supported clandestine efforts that contributed to the emerging Israeli defense effort. Objects such as this pin brooch made visible the transatlantic network of moral and material commitment that transformed diaspora sympathy into concrete support for the Army of Israel. Worn by activists and supporters, the artifact signals how voluntary philanthropy and grassroots mobilization reinforced the formal military efforts of the Haganah and later the IDF. Its red, white, and blue palette evokes American civic identity intertwined with Jewish national renewal, reminding viewers that the founding years of the state were sustained not only by soldiers but also by donors, organizers, and advocates abroad. As a symbol, it invites reflection on the vital role of tzedakah and private initiative in securing national survival and the enduring bond between Israel and its global supporters. The years 1947 and 1948 were decisive in Jewish and Israeli history, encompassing the UN vote, the end of the British mandate, the declaration of statehood, and the War of Independence. During that period, groups in the United States and elsewhere organized mass fundraising, publicity campaigns, and material assistance for immigration and defense, even as diplomatic complexities and legal scrutiny, including FBI inquiries, shadowed some efforts. This item stands as a compact historical witness to those fraught months when diaspora mobilization helped shape the military and humanitarian capacities that sustained Israel and laid foundations for the modern IDF. .65x.65in; In Very Good Condition
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WAR OF INDEPENDENCE HAGADAH
PUBLISHED FOR HAGANAH SOLDIERS
FEATURING ZIONIST ARTWORK +
'FOUR TOASTS FOR THE HEBREW STATE'
1948, TEL AVIV, ERETZ YISRAEL
RESERVE: $3300 (estimate $4000-$4800)
Lift the cup to freedom and to our Haganah soldiers who would soon make a nation possible. 'For The Holiday of Freedom - 1948" Passover hagadah was printed by Y. Shlomi and illustrated by famed Israeli artist Arieh Allweil, transformed the Seder into a rite of national resolve as the War of Independence loomed. Retaining portions of the traditional Haggadah alongside modern Hebrew writers such as David Frischman and Hayyim Nahman Bialik, the booklet recasts familiar texts to honor collective aspiration. Allweil’s lithographic images—depicting a Holocaust era ghetto hero, a Jewish fighter of revival, an Aliyah ship, and biblical heroes arrayed with modern counterparts—visualize a people rising from exile toward self-defense and sovereignty. This non-traditional pre-IDF military Haggadah directs four cups toward the Hebrew state, the Haganah, Aliyah, and the unit that gathered for the Seder, making the ritual an act of solidarity and morale for those on the front lines. The cover’s laurel wreath and sword, rendered in orange-gray, signal both celebration and sacrifice, while marginal notations and tiny song markers invite communal singing even amid wartime urgency. The booklet reads as both liturgy and manifesto, bridging sacred memory and immediate historical struggle. Published mere weeks before the declaration of statehood, these chapters for Passover embody the intimate link between religious tradition and national renewal central to Zionist culture. Issued for the soldiers of the Haganah, it testifies to how ritual, literature, and image were mobilized to sustain courage and a shared sense of destiny. For donors drawn to objects that speak to the founding era of Israel and the origins of the IDF, this Haggadah offers a poignant reminder that cultural continuity helped sustain the nascent Jewish State. 9.5x6.5in; 20 pages; In Good Condition with minor staining and corner tear as expected by historic years of beloved usage during the Pesach seder
YAACOV AGAM SIGNED & NUMBERED
3D KINETIC OP ART ENCASED DISPLAY
'TRIBUTE OF THE PEOPLE OF ISRAEL, TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES.'
OCTOBER 1985, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $5200 (estimate $6000-$7500)
A tribute in motion to the enduring friendship between two nations that share a special relationship based on mutual values. This hand-signed and numbered 1985 Agamograph by Yaacov Agam (1928-2026) is titled "Tribute of the People of Israel, to the People of the United States". This masterpiece fuses Israeli and American symbolism into a single kinetic vision. Executed in Agam’s signature "Optical Art" lenticular and folded-plate technique, the double-sided serigraph alternates between flag motifs and brisk geometric abstraction as the viewer moves. It anchors its aesthetic play in a diplomatic gesture and underscoring the work’s message of transnational solidarity. Encased in a clear museum-quality perspex display, the composition invites participation and reflection on perception, motion, and mutual support. Agam’s precise color harmonies and optical structuring create shifting planes that read as both image and sculpture, making the work a striking emblem of unity and reciprocity. The edition number out of 900 and the artist’s signature attest to its place within Agam’s celebrated oeuvre of interactive art. Rooted in Agam’s lifelong engagement with movement, music, and visual rhythm, this Agamograph speaks to the cultural ties that accompanied political alliances in the late twentieth century. For collectors and philanthropists drawn to objects that celebrate the US/Israel relationship and the role of art in public diplomacy, this piece offers a luminous reminder that solidarity can be both symbolic and kinetic, inviting viewers to participate in the shared motion of two peoples. 12x10n; In Excellent Condition
THEODOR HERZL ORNATE TAPESTRY
WOVEN BY ALLIANCE SCHOOL GIRLS
1920s, JERUSALEM, ERETZ YISRAEL
RESERVE: $2300 (estimate $3000-$3800)
A woven homage to Jewish vision and Hebrew renewal. This ornate Orientalist tapestry carpet, woven in Jerusalem in the 1920s by the girls of the Alliance School workshop, evokes the early Zionist era when education and craft were tools of cultural revival. Executed in rich tones and meticulous tapestry technique, the composition frames a dignified portrait of Theodor Benjamin Ze’ev Herzl rendered with decorative motifs that blend European design with local Middle Eastern craft traditions. The piece celebrates the Alliance School’s commitment to vocational training and the empowerment of young Jewish women as makers and transmitters of cultural memory. Beyond its aesthetic presence, the carpet is a testament to the Alliance Israélite Universelle’s mission in Eretz Yisrael to prepare Jewish communities for self-sufficiency through schooling and practical arts. The weaving department at the school provided girls with professional skills and a means to participate in public life, linking pedagogy to nation building. As an object made within a school workshop, this tapestry embodies both learning and labor invested in the project of Jewish continuity. Set against a larger story of Jewish education and revival, the carpet resonates with hopes for collective dignity and communal responsibility.This work offers a tangible connection to the female Jewish educators and students whose hands helped shape the cultural foundations of the modern Jewish state. 45x24in; In Very Good Condition
PRIME MINISTER MENACHEM BEGIN
SIGNED TIME COVER PORTRAIT
MID-20TH CENTURY, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $4200 (estimate $6000-$7000)
A hand-signed emblem of Jewish power and the enduring bond between Israel and Jews around the world. This mid-20th century Time magazine cover, signed by Prime Minister Menachem Begin, memorializes the ascent of a leader whose life epitomized the arc of modern Jewish nationalism: from underground fighter to statesman. Born in Brest-Litovsk in 1913, Begin emigrated to Eretz Yisrael after World War II and became commander of the Irgun, the Jewish paramilitary organization that challenged British rule and shaped debate over tactics and objectives in the struggle for statehood. In the decades that followed he transitioned from military activism to parliamentary politics, founding Herut and later heading the Likud coalition that broke Labor’s long post-independence dominance. Begin’s premiership, inaugurated by his surprise victory in May 1977, combined fierce advocacy for Israeli sovereignty with landmark diplomatic achievements and controversial domestic choices. His government advanced settlement policy in Judea, while also pursuing peace with Israel’s neighbors; most notably, Begin negotiated directly with Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and, together with Sadat and U.S. mediation, concluded the Camp David Accords and the Egypt–Israel Peace Treaty of 1979; historic breakthroughs that reshaped regional security and demonstrated the possibility of negotiated peace. At home he presided over a period of ideological realignment, economic challenges, and vigorous public debate about identity, security, and the shape of the Jewish State. This signed Time issue links Begin’s complex legacy to the ethos of service and Jewish communal responsibility. The magazine’s illustrated portrait and Begin’s personal signature make the copy both a historical document and a prompt for reflection on leadership: the moral ambiguities of armed struggle turned political, the costs and gains of peacemaking, and the lasting influence of a leader who moved from exile and insurgency to the highest office in the Land. The May 1977 elections that propelled Begin to power, often called “the Upheaval”, occurred against a backdrop of social and economic strain, political scandal within the Labor establishment, and shifting voter coalitions including new constituencies from the religious and Mizrahi communities. Begin’s tenure must be read in the context of the Cold War, rising regional tensions, and evolving American involvement in the Middle East; his decisions on settlement, security, and diplomacy shaped subsequent governments and debates still active today. This signed issue, produced in the immediate aftermath of his victory, therefore captures a pivotal turning point in Israeli political history and invites charitable support for the institutions that perpetuate civic memory and national resilience. 8x10.75in; 76 Pages, In Very Good Condition
FIRST APPEARANCE OF RUTH BEN-SERA
ISRAELI ZIONESS SUPERHERO 'SABRA'
WHILE THE HULK MENACES TEL AVIV
SIGNED BY FAMED MARVEL COMIC ARTIST
FEBRUARY 1981, NEW YORK, USA
RESERVE: $1800 (estimate $2500-$2800)
A striking item of Israeli cultural power and the importance of women in the Zionist narrative. This vintage Marvel comic, The Incredible Hulk No. 256 from February 1981, presents the first full appearance of Ruth Ben-Sera (later known as Ruth Bat-Seraph), popularly known as Sabra, an Israeli Zioness superhero whose origins and missions are rooted in the complex realities of a young nation defending itself. Penned by Bill Mantlo with art by Sal Buscema and a dynamic cover by John Romita Jr., the issue stages a tense and cinematic confrontation as the Hulk menaces Tel Aviv and Sabra steps forward as protector and operative. The dramatic cover composition and interior storytelling mark the book as a memorable moment where American pop culture met Israeli national themes. Signed by famed Marvel artist John Romita Jr., the issue also reflects the strong imprint of Jewish creators on the American comic-book industry. From the Golden Age pioneers such as Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, co-creators of Superman, to later writers and artists like Stan Lee, many Jewish immigrants and their descendants shaped superhero mythology. Their work often drew on themes of exile, identity, justice, and assimilation, which translated into larger-than-life heroes who confronted moral and social challenges. Sabra’s creation can be seen in this lineage: a character who blends the genre’s superhuman tropes with national and cultural specificity. The comic’s storyline and its 1981 publication must be read against contemporary events in Israel and the broader region. The early 1980s were a period of intense security concerns for Israel: the aftermath of the 1979 Egypt–Israel Peace Treaty was still unfolding, Israel was engaged in ongoing tensions with neighboring states and nonstate actors, and in 1982 Israel would enter the Lebanon War, an operation that deeply affected Israeli society and international perceptions. Domestically, Israeli politics in this era were marked by debates over security policy, settlement, and the country’s relationship with both the United States and diaspora communities. Setting a superhero confrontation in Tel Aviv placed those tensions into a popular cultural frame and reflected how international events filtered into American genre narratives.
SIX-DAY WAR ERA IDF FOLK ART MENORAH
ADORNED WITH SHELL CASINGS FOR HANUKKAH
1960s, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $1400 (estimate $2000-$2200)
A resonant holy artifact and a fierce reminder that life and faith continued in Israel even during war. This brass and bronze menorah is fashioned in a folk-art style evocative of grassroots production during the Six-Day War era. Each branch is adorned with repurposed brass IDF shell casings, the juxtaposition of martial material and ritual form transforming instruments of conflict into vessels for light. The work’s tactile patina and hand-finished details convey both immediacy and care, reflecting a vernacular practice of turning wartime detritus into objects that sustain cultural and religious Jewish life. As an artistic statement, the menorah joins a broader tradition of Jewish and Israeli folk art that harnesses found materials to express resilience and continuity. By incorporating military relics into a Hanukkah candelabra, an object symbolizing steadfastness in the face of adversity, he piece materializes themes central to Hanukkah: defense of community, renewal of sacred flame, and layers of memory. Its unpretentious craftsmanship and symbolic material make it a potent example of how everyday items of Israeli life were reimagined to carry communal meaning. Placed in the historical context of the 1967 Six-Day War, the menorah speaks to the intense national mobilization and the surge of collective creativity that characterized Israeli society at that moment. In June 1967 Israel fought a six-day war against Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. The war ended with Israel capturing the Sinai, the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. That victory transformed Israeli society, bringing millions into the army and sparking intense public debate about borders, security, and the future of the land. Objects like this menorah capture that moment: grassroots, resourceful, and defiantly optimistic. 14.5x6.25in; In Very Good Condition
MOSHE DAYAN AUTOBIOGRAPHY
SIGNED ENGLISH EDITION
1976, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
RESERVE: $1600 (estimate $2000-$2700)
A commanding testament to service, sacrifice, and the defense of our Land. Moshe Dayan: Story of My Life, the signed 1976 English edition, presents the life of one of Israel’s most iconic military leaders in his own voice. Dayan traces his path from kibbutz childhood and early underground activity through front‑line command in the War of Independence, his tenure as chief of staff and architect of the 1956 Sinai campaign, and his long political career. The volume is plainspoken and candid, mixing battlefield recollection with reflections on leadership, loss, and the demands of statecraft. As a memoir, Dayan’s book offers firsthand portraits of the major figures and moments that shaped Israel’s first decades. He writes about relationships with David Ben‑Gurion, Golda Meir, and Henry Kissinger, and considers the strategic and moral choices behind Israel’s wars. The narrative underscores Dayan’s enduring attachment to the land of Israel and to the values of self‑defense and national resilience that guided his public life. Published in London in 1976, this edition arrived at a time when Israel and the wider region were still processing the trauma of 1973 and the shifting geopolitics of the 1970s. Dayan’s account helped shape public understanding of those conflicts and of Israel’s security doctrine. A signed copy of this first English edition carries the authority of the author’s voice and serves as a direct link to the memory of Israel’s formative struggles. 530 pages; In Very Good Condition
APOLLO GOLD PAGER
YEP, IT'S ONE OF THOSE...
HONORING 'THE GRIM BEEPERS'
EARLY-21ST CENTURY, ORIGIN UNKNOWN
RESERVE: $500 (estimate $800-$1000)
The DPC ALA25.S T60 Gold Apollo 460-470 MHz is a traditional handheld clip-on alphanumeric beeper/pager. Features include: - Narrow-band (12.5 kHz) or wide-band (25 kHz) - A holographically enhanced 4-line LCD display - Improved clarity, with a crisp blue backlight - 4 easy use navigation buttons while Jihading - Rugged, heavy gauge poly-carbonate housing - Powered by single AA alkaline totally safe battery - Definitely not tampered with by any Zionist pig - New Assad & Nasrallah festive holiday ringtones - May cause bodily harm if you're part of an anti-Semitic death cult focused on wiping Israel off the map 3 x 2in; In Good Condition, or is it??? Warranty & Batteries Not Included
MOSSAD SPY ELI COHEN
'IN MEMORY OF THE ISRAELI HERO'
HONORED BY EGYPTIAN OLIM
MID-20TH CENTURY, HOLON, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $2100 (estimate $3000-$3600)
A solemn tribute to courage, sacrifice, and the daring work of one of Israel’s most celebrated Mossad agents. This memorial booklet, issued by the Association of Egyptian Immigrants, foregrounds the life and legacy of Eli Cohen (1924–1965). Inside are texts, a photograph of the founding committee, and records of community activities, but at its heart the booklet is devoted to recounting Cohen’s extraordinary service to the state he loved. It frames his story not only as personal heroism but as a touchstone for a displaced community that revered his sacrifice. Eli Cohen was born in Alexandria to a Jewish family and emigrated to Israel in the early 1950s. After service in the Israel Defense Forces and a stint working and studying in Israel, Cohen volunteered for clandestine work. Recruited by the intelligence service that would become the Mossad, he moved to Argentina to cultivate a suitable cover, then infiltrated Syria in the early 1960s under the identity of Kamel Amin Thaabet, a prosperous Arab businessman. Over the course of his mission he gained access to political and military circles in Damascus, cultivating friendships that allowed him to gather and transmit precise intelligence about Syrian army deployments and fortifications. Cohen’s intelligence was of direct operational value to Israel. He provided detailed reports, maps, and assessments that later informed Israeli planning. His signals and courier transmissions are credited with contributing to Israeli awareness of Syrian troop dispositions and fortification plans along the Golan Heights. In 1965 he was exposed, arrested, and tried in Damascus. Despite torture and the public spectacle of his execution, Cohen refused to betray his handlers. His letters and the accounts collected in Israel after his death emphasize his steadfastness and the profound personal cost of clandestine service. The booklet places Cohen’s sacrifice in the broader post‑1948 narrative of Israel and its immigrant communities. For Egyptian olim and their descendants, Cohen became a national symbol of courage and selfless service. His life illuminates the shadow work of Israeli intelligence in the state’s early decades and the human risks involved in securing the nation. This memorial record preserves community remembrance, recounts Cohen’s deeds, and honors the moral weight of operations carried out in defense of Israel.
IDF 'SPIES OF THE SKIES' BRONZE SCULPTURE
HONORING ISRAELI AIR FORCE INTELLIGENCE
SHATAL UNIT 121 DURING YOM KIPPUR WAR ERA
MID-20TH CENTURY, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $3400 (estimate $5000-$5600)
A sculptural salute to the unseen eyes of the IDF that turn aerial surveillance into life‑saving action defending our soldiers. This bronze and marble table sculpture honors the Israeli Air Force’s visual intelligence work and specifically references Shatal Unit 121 of Lamdan Air Intelligence Group during the Yom Kippur War era. The piece pairs a stylized delta‑wing jet poised over a gilded fig leaf topography, the aircraft mounted on a sweeping spiral stand to suggest motion and the airborne vantage point. Metal insignia applied to the black base recall unit and service emblems and reinforce the object’s identity as a commemorative desk trophy produced for IDF air intelligence officers. The sculpture celebrates the practical craft of imagery interpretation that was vital to Israel’s survival in October 1973. Unit 121 analysts worked around the clock to read reconnaissance photos, map Soviet‑made SAM deployments, identify targets and safe flight corridors, and assess battle damage after strikes. Their work turned grainy pictures into precise coordinates and mission files that guided pilots and planners. This object captures that mission in plain form: eyes aloft, maps below, and a single aircraft bridged between them. Seen in context, the piece is a reminder of the human labor behind technical intelligence. Shatal’s analysts combined training, speed, and judgment to track enemy armor and air defenses, to locate knocked‑out vehicles, and to help account for missing soldiers. For veterans of Lamdan and for units who relied on their output, this sculpture stands as a beautiful tribute to quiet, heroic service, an emblem of the people who patrol the skies so Israel can remain safe. 9x5x4in; In Excellent Condition
HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT & RARE
'GIVE US AIRCRAFT' WWII POSTER
RALLYING FOR JEWISH AIR FORCE
'HEBREW AVIATION IN ERETZ YISRAEL'
1940s, ERETZ YISRAEL
RESERVE: $6000 (estimate $8000-$9000)
A call to lift the nascent Hebrew nation into the skies. This rare early 1940s recruitment poster, issued by the General Council for Hebrew Aviation in the Land of Israel, shows a bold red pilot pointing upward toward four aircraft beneath the large demand “Give Us Aircraft!” A circular emblem of the Council, with wings and a propeller, appears below the appeal to “Join the Friends of Hebrew Aviation. Answer the call of those who have enlisted!” The poster’s top line paraphrases a well-known Zionist maxim, “A nation is built by three means: by roads on land, by routes at sea, and by paths in the air”, extending the imperative of nation‑building into aviation. The image makes the poster’s purpose plain: to rally the Yishuv to fund planes, train Hebrew pilots, and build the human infrastructure of a Jewish air arm. Produced as the region faced the upheavals of the late 1930s and early 1940s, the Council’s campaigns raised money for light training aircraft, supported pilot instruction for men and women, and promoted the creation of civilian landing fields. The poster’s graphic clarity and urgent wording were designed to convert civic pride into practical support for aviation training and equipment. Historically, the General Council for Hebrew Aviation (founded 1937) was part of the Yishuv’s strategy to create national institutions that would become the backbone of statehood. By coordinating groups such as the Aviation Club of Israel and the Aviron airline, the Council laid direct human and operational foundations for Sherut Avir, the Haganah Air Service, and ultimately the Israeli Air Force. In that light, this poster is not only a striking piece of wartime and pre‑state propaganda but a document of early Zionist determination to master the skies as a component of national survival. 13x9.5in; In Good Condition with minor filing holes
SALVADOR DALI ZIONIST MASTERPIECE
'ALIYAH: COVENANT ETERNAL'
HAND-SIGNED AND NUMBERED
FEATURES IDF PARATROOPER OFFICER
1968, NEW YORK, USA
RESERVE: $4300 (estimate $5600-$6300)
A vision of return that marries Surrealist fire with the reality of our People reborn in our Land. Salvador Dalí’s lithograph from his Aliyah series is a direct salute to the Jewish return to the Land of Israel and to the twentieth anniversary of statehood. Executed as part of a 1968 limited edition produced in New York, this hand-signed and numbered print stems from Dalí’s commission to translate the story of exile, migration, and renewal into powerful images. Originally presented with a letter of introduction by David Ben-Gurion, the Aliyah suite was intended to honor Aliyah as both a historical act and an ongoing national mission. The present example is hand-signed in pencil by Dalí and numbered from the edition of 250. It was later in his life that Dalí began drawing on Biblical motifs and modern Jewish history to create imagery that celebrates Jewish continuity, and here that celebration centers on the figure of the IDF paratrooper officer as a symbol of defense, service, and the practical work of building the state. This print belongs to a deliberate cultural moment when international artists and Jewish leaders marked Israel’s first decades with commissioned works that linked art to national memory. It is a work meant to be read plainly: an artist of global stature using Surrealist language to honor Aliyah and to depict the soldier-citizen who helped secure and sustain the young nation. 25.5x19.5in; In Very Good Condition
'And it shall be for a sign upon your hand and Tefillin between your eyes' -Shemot 13:16 This cloth bag from the 1960's in military green displays the symbol of the IDF, line from Shemot, and recited during the Shema, and labeled as coming from the IDF Military Chief Rabbinate. The small Yad & Rosh Tefillin themselves are quite special and old, of an indeterminate age, but most likely European in origin. Traditional rabbinic tradition is that Tefillin in particular protects the wearer, and is known for providing Divine protection and casting fear on Israel's enemies. Many rabbis explain that just as a soldier has to be properly equipped (with boots, helmet, vests, etc.) for protection, so it is in the case of the Jew who has special 'equipment' ordered by God, of which Tefillin is one of the most important, and necessary not only for his own safety but also for the benefit of his fellow soldiers. 7 x 6in; In Good Condition
IDF TEFILLIN & BAG FOR SOLDIERS
FROM IDF MILITARY CHIEF RABBINATE
CIRCA SIX-DAY WAR, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $550 (estimate $800-$1000)
'PARATROOPERS AT THE KOTEL'
SIX-DAY WAR ICONIC PHOTO
SIGNED BY DAVID RUBINGER
JUNE 7 1967, JERUSALEM, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $3000 (estimate $4500-$5000)
A single frame that captured the reunification of Jerusalem and the spirit of the Jewish People restored to our Homeland, 'Paratroopers at the Kotel/Wailing Wall' is arguably the most iconic, important and recognizable of all the photographic images taken in Israel since the founding of the state. Taken on June 7, 1967, minutes after Israeli forces reached the Western Wall after the intense but wildly successful Six-Day War battle to recapture the Old City of Jerusalem, this photograph records three reservist paratroopers, Zion Karasenti, Yitzhak Yifat, and Haim Oshri of the 66th Battalion, 55th Paratroopers Brigade, at the moment the Jewish People once again stood before the Kotel. The image shows fighters who days earlier had been ordinary citizens, now elevated for all time to guardians of this historic national moment. Taken by the esteemed photojournalist David Rubinger for Life Magazine and later published widely, the photograph instantly became the single most defining visual of Jerusalem’s reunification, and a global symbol of Israel’s triumph in the Six-Day War. The genius of Rubinger's artistic eye framed the conflict for international audiences and helped fix this instant in collective memory. David Rubinger was one of the important photojournalists who worked in the State of Israel in the first decades of its existence. Born in Vienna, Austria, in 1924, he made Aliyah in 1939. In the years 1942-1945 he served in the British Army, as part of the Jewish Brigade. Between the years 1954-2001 he was an official photographer for Time Magazine and also photographed independently for newspapers in Israel and around the world. In 1997 Rubinger won the Israel Prize, adding official recognition to a career that already enjoyed worldwide renown. This important image is as iconic and moving today as it was when the Temple Mount and Kotel returned to Israel’s and the Jewish people’s hands almost 60 years ago. It remains a vivid record of national renewal, sacred place, and the Jewish people’s ongoing struggle on behalf of our homeland. Signed by Rubinger in Hebrew in black marker in the lower right corner, this impression originates from his studio and was probably printed by him in the 1980s. 10x8.25in; in Excellent condition, exhibiting only minor scuffs in the lower left corner
PRIME MINISTER YITZHAK RABIN NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
OFFICIAL INVITATION TO AWARD CEREMONY & DINNER
+ HIS AUTOGRAPH ON EMBOSSED STATE SEAL STATIONERY
DECEMBER 10 1994, OLSO, NORWAY
RESERVE: $7500 (estimate $9000-$9800)
This prestigious and exceptionally important official invitation to the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner, held on December 10, 1994, in Oslo, Norway, honors Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, a towering figure in the history of the Jewish People and the enduring quest for peace in the Land of Israel. Printed on heavy stock and richly illustrated through lithography by renowned Norwegian artist Anne Kristin Hagesæther, this invitation is a remarkable piece of art and history combined. Her signature, "Anne KroH 94," appears prominently in the bottom right corner of the vibrant artistic plate on the left side of the invitation. Since 1991, the Norwegian Nobel Committee has commissioned a different contemporary Norwegian artist each year to create a unique work of art for the Peace Prize diploma, marrying tradition with modern artistic vision. Hagesæther’s 1994 piece is emblematic of her dreamlike style, featuring vibrant, floral motifs intertwined with a central celestial or globe-like element, all enclosed within an intricate decorative border. The calligraphic text on the right side of the diploma was meticulously handwritten by Inger Magnus, the official Nobel Peace Prize calligrapher for many years, adding an extra layer of elegance and solemnity to the invitation. Signed on the lithograph are Francis Sejersted: Chairman of the Nobel Committee (1991–1999), Hanna Kvanmo: Nobel Committee member (1991–2002), Odvar Nordli: Nobel Committee member and former Prime Minister of Norway, Sissel Rønbeck: Nobel Committee member (1994–1996 and 1997–2011). Yitzhak Rabin’s legacy is rooted in profound courage and dedication as he shaped the destiny of the Jewish Homeland. As a decorated IDF soldier, Chief of Staff, and two-time Prime Minister, Rabin combined military strength with visionary political leadership. The 1994 Nobel Peace Prize, jointly awarded to Rabin, Foreign Minister Shimon Peres, and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, honored their pioneering efforts in negotiating the Oslo Accords. These accords marked a historic breakthrough - the first direct agreement between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization - and charted a hopeful path forward during one of the most complex conflicts in Jewish history. The Nobel Prize ceremony in Oslo was a global recognition of Rabin’s dedication to peace, diplomacy, and security for the Jewish People in their ancestral Land of Israel. Rabin’s acceptance speech famously underscored the heavy responsibility of leadership and the Jewish People’s unwavering aspiration for peace and justice amid decades of conflict. This official invitation is far more than a document; it is a luminous symbol of a pivotal moment in Israeli and world history. Owning it grants a tangible connection to both the artistic heritage of the Nobel Peace Prize and the enduring hope embodied by Rabin’s leadership. It stands as a lasting tribute to a man whose vision and courage helped shape the modern Jewish Homeland and inspire all who yearn for a peaceful future in Israel. 5.75x8.25in; In Excellent Condition
WWII JEWISH BRIGADE SOLDIERS
'ARISE & ENLIST' CALL TO ACTION
FROM CHURCHILL & BEN-GURION
1945, ERETZ YISRAEL
RESERVE: $1800 (estimate $3100-$3500)
"We need not a brigade, but a Jewish army, and I believe it will be established, and we need not only a Jewish army, but a Jewish State, and I believe that too will be established...We volunteered for ourselves, we volunteered as Jews to fight the war of the Jewish People." -David Ben-Gurion "May the fighting Jewish Brigade be honored to proudly carry the Star of David to the countries where it served as a symbol of disgrace, and bring the Jewish survivors of the horror, the good news of hope from Zion." - Winston Churchill Towards the end of World War II, a rare Hebrew booklet titled "Arise and Enlist in the Jewish Brigade!" emerged as a significant artifact of Jewish history. Printed in Eretz Yisrael between 1945 and 1946 and issued by the Jewish Agency (Va’ad Leumi), this propaganda and recruitment booklet called upon Jewish youth to join the newly formed Jewish Brigade, a symbol of national pride and renewal. It features the blue-white flag adorned with a Star of David (in contrast to the Yellow Star imposed during the Holocaust) and contains official announcements from both the British Government and the Jewish Agency, along with powerful speeches from esteemed leaders such as Winston Churchill, David Ben-Gurion, and Moshe Shertok (Sharett). The booklet, printed on coarse beige paper, underscores the importance of unity and dedication among Jews in Eretz Yisrael, celebrating their significant contributions to the Allied victory while emphasizing the Jewish Brigade as a national symbol that aimed to represent hope and resilience. The history leading up to the establishment of the Brigade is rich with struggle and determination; since August 1939, the Jewish Agency had long insisted on the need for a dedicated Jewish fighting force. The demand had finally been heeded, marking a critical recognition of the sacrifices made by the Jewish People during the war. Winston Churchill's speech highlighted the importance of the Jewish Fighting Brigade, acknowledging that although countless Jews served within various Allied forces, it was just and fitting that a distinct Jewish brigade should be established. The British Prime Minister emphasized that this brigade would not only take part in combat but would carry the Star of David with honor, transforming a symbol of disgrace into one of pride for Jewish survivors of the Holocaust. He recognized the deep wounds inflicted upon the Jewish People and advocated for their rightful representation in the Allied forces. Accompanying Churchill’s remarks, the Jewish Agency's announcement confirmed the British government’s decision to fulfill their longstanding request for the brigade. It underscored the dire circumstances faced by millions of Jews who had endured immense suffering without the means to defend themselves. For years, Jewish soldiers had fought valiantly yet anonymously, and now, for the first time, they would have a brigade with a Hebrew name and flag, allowing them to fight openly for their People and their Homeland. In a farewell address to the Third Battalion preparing to leave for duty, David Ben-Gurion expressed his pride for the bravery of those who had answered the call. He reflected on the mixed emotions they must have felt after years of waiting and enduring insults as anonymous soldiers. He reminded them that their participation in the war was more than a commitment to the Allies; it was a fundamental assertion of their identity as Jews fighting for their rights and dignity. Ben-Gurion stressed that the establishment of the Jewish Fighting Brigade was not merely the end of a long campaign but rather the beginning of a dream—one that included not only the formation of a Jewish army but also the eventual establishment of a Jewish State. He called upon the youth to fill the ranks of the brigade and urged the community to foster an atmosphere that encouraged volunteerism and unity. He denounced the disgrace of having Jewish soldiers who hesitated in their duty and called upon their families and friends to stand in solidarity with them. The publication of "Arise and Enlist in the Jewish Brigade!" serves as a historic reminder of the Jewish People’s unyielding spirit and their commitment to fight for their rightful place in history. It captures the determination to turn the pain of the Holocaust into a powerful movement for liberation and recognition, uniting Jews worldwide in their quest for dignity and pride. As the Jewish Brigade marched on to battle, it became a beacon of hope and a symbol of resilience for the Jewish People, embodying their aspirations for a future defined by strength, unity, and the enduring quest for a Homeland. 6.5x4.6in; 16 pages, In Excellent Condition
ISRAEL'S FIRST ASTRONAUT ILAN RAMON
NASA SPACE SHUTTLE MODEL & PLAQUE
EARLY 21ST CENTURY, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $2200 (estimate $2800-$3100)
This poignant and evocative piece honors one of Israel’s greatest modern heroes — Colonel Ilan Ramon (1954–2003), Israel Air Force fighter pilot, Operation Opera veteran, and the first Israeli astronaut. A finely crafted wooden model of the NASA Space Shuttle is mounted with a brass plaque inscribed in Hebrew with a touching commemorative poem to Ramon, capturing the national grief and enduring pride felt at his loss. Born Ilan Wolferman in Ramat Gan to a family deeply marked by the Holocaust — his mother and grandmother were Auschwitz survivors, and his father’s family fled Nazi Germany in 1935 — Ramon embodied the resilience and achievement of the reborn Jewish state. From humble beginnings in Be’er Sheva, he rose through the ranks of the Israeli Air Force, eventually flying A-4 Skyhawks, Mirage IIICs, F-4 Phantoms, and F-16s. In 1981, as the youngest pilot on the mission, he participated in Operation Opera, the daring Israeli strike that destroyed Iraq’s Osiraq nuclear reactor, eliminating a potential existential threat to the Jewish people. In 1997, Ramon was selected by NASA as a payload specialist. For six years, he trained in Houston, preparing for the STS-107 mission aboard Columbia. During that mission in January 2003, he worked tirelessly alongside his international crew to conduct 80 experiments, while also carrying deeply symbolic items into space — a tiny Torah rescued from Bergen-Belsen, a drawing by a child murdered in Auschwitz, and a barbed-wire mezuzah, transforming the flight into a spiritual as well as scientific journey. “I feel I am representing all Jews and all Israelis,” he said before launch. Tragically, Columbia was lost during re-entry on February 1, 2003, just 16 minutes before landing. Ramon was posthumously awarded the United States Congressional Space Medal of Honor — the only non-American ever to receive it — as well as the NASA Space Flight Medal and the Distinguished Public Service Medal. The heartfelt poem engraved on the plaque speaks directly to the loss and the love of a nation: a mixture of pride, grief, and the unbroken Israeli spirit. Together, the shuttle model and inscription form not only a memorial, but also an inspiration — a reminder to reach for the stars without losing sight of the values and history we carry with us. A rare and meaningful artifact linking Israel’s pioneering spirit in both the skies and in space, and an enduring tribute to the man who carried the Jewish people’s story beyond Earth’s horizon. 12 x 5.5in; In Good Condition
PRAYER BOOKLET ON EVE OF INDEPENDENCE
'THE FATEFUL HOUR IN OUR HOLY LAND'
BY THE GREAT BEIT DIN OF YERUSHALAYIM
MAY 13 1948, JERUSALEM, ERETZ YISRAEL
RESERVE: $5100 (estimate $6200-$6800)
This deeply moving prayer booklet, titled "The Fateful Hour in Our Holy Land," was published on May 13, 1948, in Jerusalem by Solomon Printing, on the eve of Yom Ha'atzmaut—the day the Jewish People would proclaim the establishment of the modern State of Israel. Authored and authorized by the great Beit Din of Yerushalayim under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Tzvi Pesach Frank, this booklet captures the intense spiritual atmosphere and Zionist fervor that permeated Eretz Yisrael just hours before the historic Declaration of Independence in Tel Aviv on May 14, 1948. Against the backdrop of war and uncertainty, the prayers in this booklet embody the ancient covenant between Hashem and the Jewish People, reiterating the faith that despite millennia of exile and persecution, redemption and sovereignty in the Land of Israel were finally within reach. The text calls upon Hashem with verses such as "Your light will shine upon the darkness" and "Remember the covenant of our love," reflecting the deep Torah conviction that the return to the Jewish Homeland was a fulfillment of prophetic promises. The prayers beseech mercy and justice, imploring God to "send Your word and heal us" and "make Your face shine upon us, and do not forsake us forever," evoking the hope that the Almighty would protect the newborn state under the wings of His presence. In the charged atmosphere of that night, with the echoes of battle and the weight of history heavy on everyone’s hearts, the prayer mourns the sacrifices made, recalling those who "renounced the life of this world for the sanctification of Your great Name." It calls for divine remembrance of their blood and fidelity with the verse, "The blood of Your servants cries out," emphasizing the holy debt owed to fallen heroes who laid down their lives to secure the Jewish Homeland in Eretz Yisrael. Rabbi Tzvi Pesach Frank, one of the most respected halachic authorities and spiritual leaders in Jerusalem, inspired this prayer which deeply integrates religious Zionist ideals—that the struggle for statehood was not only political but a sacred mission ordained by the Divine. His leadership reflected the belief that the establishment of Israel was the culmination of generations of yearning and toil centered on Torah and mitzvot, and that Israel’s survival depended on unwavering faith and adherence to these holy roots. Published mere hours before David Ben-Gurion’s proclamation of independence in Tel Aviv, this booklet provides an extraordinary window into the spiritual resolve of the Jewish People as they stepped from exile into sovereignty. It bridges tradition with historic action, reminding us that the founding of the State was as much a miraculous act of Divine Providence as it was a human achievement of courage and unity. Owning this prayer booklet means holding a sacred document of Religious Zionism and Israeli history, a testament to the eternal bond between the Jewish People and the Land of Israel, and the faith that has sustained them through the greatest challenges. It is a cherished relic that captures the prayers, hopes, and holy vision that welcomed a new dawn for the Jewish Homeland in Eretz Yisrael. 6.5x4.5 in; 7 Pages, In Very Good Condition with minor edge wear
IDF'S FIRST ISRAELI MADE BAYONET
DURING WAR OF INDEPENDENCE
WITH DOUBLE STAMPED SCABBARD
1949, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $2300 (estimate $2800-$3400)
A tool of necessity forged into the first locally produced edge of the first Jewish army in 2000 years. This is an Israeli-manufactured M1949 Mk. 1A bayonet made to fit the Mauser Kar 98k rifle, dated 1949 and paired with its double-stamped metal scabbard for use during the War of Independence. Both blade and scabbard bear Hebrew markings reading "נדן 1א / היצרן 101 / 49 ש" indicating model Mk. 1A, maker number 101, and the year 1949, alongside a punched Star of David and the Hebrew letter Tsadi used as an IDF property mark. The heavy muzzle ring and modified crosspiece distinguish this pattern from its German M1884/98 III ancestors. Born from urgent wartime need, this bayonet reflects how Israel turned surplus and captured German K98 systems into serviceable arms for the fledgling Israel Defense Forces. Facing shortages in 1947–49, the army refitted existing German bayonets with sturdier crosspieces and then commenced local production in 1949 to equip more soldiers. The Mk. 1A shows the pragmatic, hands-on adaptation that kept weapons supplied during the War of Independence. Rougher in finish than the original German pattern yet robust in function, this example illustrates early Israeli arms manufacturing: practical, improvised, and patriotic. The twin stamps and state marks record official adoption and government ownership, making the piece both a military implement and a document of Israel’s first steps toward independent armament. 16in; In Very Good Condition
LARGE SINAI CAMPAIGN GRAPHIC MAP
SUEZ CRISIS IDF BATTLE MOVEMENTS
PRINTED IN ENGLISH AND HEBREW
1956, TEL AVIV, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $700 (estimate $1100-$1300)
This large, bilingual graphic map of the Sinai Campaign, produced in 1956 by Ariel Printing Press in Tel Aviv and drawn by Dr. Joseph Szapiro, offers a remarkable window into a defining moment in the history of the Jewish People and the Land of Israel. Featuring text in both English and Hebrew, it meticulously details Israeli troop movements during the Suez Crisis, also known as the Sinai War or the Second Arab-Israeli War, marking a significant chapter in Israel's military and national narrative. The map vividly portrays the rapid advances of the IDF across the Sinai Peninsula, with green arrows indicating strategic Israeli troop movements alongside dates that track key operations. Roads, railways, and critical infrastructure such as oil fields, pipelines, and refineries are clearly marked, emphasizing the broader geopolitical stakes at play in this tumultuous conflict. The Suez Crisis erupted in the wake of Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser’s nationalization of the Suez Canal, prompting a coordinated military response by Israel, Britain, and France aimed at regaining control of this vital waterway. Between October 29 and November 5, 1956, Israel’s swift campaign to break the Egyptian siege on the Negev and gain footholds in the Sinai Peninsula demonstrated the young nation’s resolve and strategic acumen. Yet, international pressure from the United States, the Soviet Union, and the United Nations forced a withdrawal, returning control of the Canal to Egypt, and reshaping the geopolitical landscape. Dr. Szapiro’s map distinguishes the positions of Egyptian, British, and French forces alongside Israeli advances, visually narrating the complex chessboard of Cold War rivalries, colonial legacies, and regional aspirations that converged during this crisis. The inclusion of Hebrew and English text not only broadens the map’s accessibility but highlights its dual resonance. It serves both as a crucial document for Israeli audiences intimately connected to the battle for their Land of Israel and as an informative tool for the international community seeking to understand the intricacies of Middle Eastern geopolitics. More than a simple geographic representation, this map stands as a testament to the courage and tenacity of the Jewish People defending their newly established Homeland amidst formidable challenges. It also captures a pivotal moment when the dynamics of power were shifting, signaling the end of British and French colonial dominance and affirming the emerging sovereignty of Israel. For collectors and historians, this beautifully rendered, bilingual Sinai Campaign map is an indispensable artifact, connecting viewers to the valor, sacrifice, and strategic brilliance that shaped the modern Jewish Homeland. It invites reflection on the enduring impact of the Suez Crisis and preserves the legacy of a nation steadfastly guarding its place in the annals of history. 19.75x13.75; In Good Condition with edge wear and crease tear commensurate with age not affecting a beautiful framing
DAVID BEN-GURION SIGNED IDF SOLDIER
YOM HAZIKARON COMMEMORATION +
HISTORIC PHOTO WITH MOSHE DAYAN
BOTH DRESSED IN ARMY UNIFORMS
MAY 6 1970, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $2100 (estimate $2800-$3300)
This deeply poignant lot features the hand-signed autograph of David Ben-Gurion, Israel’s founding father and first Prime Minister, dated May 6, 1970, in Jerusalem, created specifically for Yom Ha’Zikaron, the Israeli Memorial Day honoring fallen IDF soldiers. The autograph is accompanied by the powerful Hebrew inscription, “In their death they commanded us life,” a solemn tribute to the sacrifices made by soldiers who gave their lives to secure the Jewish Homeland. Visually, the item often includes imagery evocative of remembrance and national resilience—a blend of somber symbols such as the memorial flame, intertwined with the motif of the Kalanit flower, meaning renewal and rebirth. These symbols poignantly capture the dual themes of mourning and hope central to Yom Ha’Zikaron, emphasizing how loss fuels the enduring spirit and life of the Jewish People in Eretz Yisrael. At the time of this autograph in 1970, David Ben-Gurion was living in Sde Boker, his beloved desert retreat in the Negev. Having resigned from politics years earlier, he dedicated his later years to pioneering development and settlement of the Negev region, embodying his belief that the future of the Jewish Homeland depended on taming and cultivating its southern desert expanse. His presence at Sde Boker symbolized vision and resilience, reinforcing the connection between the sacrifices commemorated on Yom Ha’Zikaron and the broader Zionist mission of building and securing the Land of Israel. This autograph, deeply rooted in that historic era, stands as a testament not only to the memory of the fallen but to the living legacy of leadership and determination that Ben-Gurion represented. Holding this piece is to hold a vital connection to Israel’s foundational values—the sanctity of sacrifice, the call to life, and the unwavering commitment to the Jewish Homeland and the Jewish People. It invites reflection on the cost of independence and the ongoing responsibility carried by every generation in Eretz Yisrael. The small historic original photograph depicts both General Moshe Dayan and Ben-Gurion dressed in their IDF military fatigues, standing solemnly at attention at a ceremony honoring IDF soldiers. Signed commemoration, 9.5x6.25in; Photo 3.25x2.75in; Both In Good Condition
EARLY HAND-CRAFTED FLAG
STATE OF ISRAEL
MID-20TH CENTURY, ISRAEL
RESERVE: $360 (estimate $600-$800)
We love seeing these retired old flags honored in style when framed prominently on the wall. Nothing compares to the pride one feels when knowing that the star and stripes of Israel’s blue and white flag had a long life fluttering in the breeze. Few symbols carry as much weight and meaning as the iconic blue and white flag of the State of Israel. More than a national emblem, it represents the enduring unity of the Jewish People, our faith, and our mission as a light unto the nations. This hand-crafted linen flag, sewn during the earliest days of Israel’s modern statehood, is a poignant tribute to the sacrifices and triumphs of the Zionist pioneers who transformed an ancient dream into a living reality. With its simple yet profound design, the Star of David flanked by two blue stripes symbolizing the traditional tallit, Israel’s flag has become a powerful representation of the Jewish journey. It embodies the painful past, resilient present, and hopeful future of the Jewish People, uniting those at home and abroad in shared heritage and purpose. This flag, lovingly sewn by hand, likely waved proudly in the years surrounding Israel’s founding, a time when the sacrifices of Israel’s founding Zionists forged the path to independence. It stood as a beacon of hope for generations, weathering the winds of a newly established homeland and symbolizing the collective resolve of a people who overcame insurmountable odds to achieve self-determination. Whether displayed prominently in a home, office, or institution, this historic flag serves as both a striking artifact and an enduring reminder of the ideals upon which the State of Israel was founded. This extraordinary piece invites us to honor the legacy of Israel’s creation and celebrate the unity and perseverance that continue to define the Jewish People. A timeless addition to any collection of Zionist history or Judaica, it stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of a nation and its People. 30.5x41in; In Good Condition with minor wear from fluttering in the wind, overseeing the rebirth of the Jewish People in Land of Israel.
