Chaim Gross. In Front of the Ark. Color Lithograph. Trial proof. 1970.

Artist: Chaim Gross. (Polish/Israeli 1904-1991). Famous American sculptor and printmaker. Member of American Academy of Arts and Letters. Title: In Front of the Ark. [Sic]. A part of a Jewish Tradition. The Torah is taken out of the Arch, ceremonially carrying around the synagogue, a passage is read from it, then The Scroll is put in place.Signed, proofed, titled, and dated: in pencil beneath the image.Dimensions: Image 17" x 20". Sheet 18 1/2" x 23 1/2". Frame 20" x  25".Edition: n/a.Date: 1970.Materials and Techniques: Color Lithography on paper.Mat and Frame: Wooden frame.Condition: Good. Wear to frame. Unexamined outside of frame. A detailed condition report is available on demand.Museums and Libraries: Works by Chaim Gross are in major American museums including MoMA, The Smithsonian American Art Museum, etc.Art Movements, Periods & Schools: American School XX C.Note The trial proof is the most desirable kind of prints for collectors.