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Yaacov Agam
1928
WA-00012764
SculptureKinetic Art
Representation
None documented
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Works in Collection
10
Assets Indexed
2
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Publications Referenced
70%
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Authority Records (2)
Field Verification (2 fields)
1 cross-verified · 1 single-source
- Birth yearArtsy· 85%✓
- NationalityArtsy· 85%
Source Registry (2)
- MoMA bulk 2026-05-04Tier 1 · Institutional92%
- Artist IndexTier 3 · Scraped/inferred35%
About
Why this artist matters now
Yaacov Agam is an Israeli sculptor and experimental artist widely known for his contributions to optical and kinetic art. In 2026, he received the Israel Prize for Visual Arts.
Source: Moma Bulk 2026 05 04 · Trust score: 92% · Updated 29d ago
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Movement
Kinetic Art
Medium
Sculpture
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0 published of 3 catalogued · 3 with image
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6Movements1
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Representation & Collections
In collection
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
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Auction History
| Work | Auction House | Date | Estimate | Hammer Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artsy | Feb 2026 | $1,000 – $1,800 | Unsold |
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