Up for sale is an extraordinary 1987 oil painting by acclaimed Israeli Expressionist artist Benny Narkis — a deeply emotional and visually captivating work filled with movement, symbolism, and remarkable color.

Set against a dramatic black ground, the composition unfolds in a fluid stream of vibrant color and expressive brushwork. A solitary human figure emerges on the left, followed by a sweeping trail of luminous forms and hidden imagery woven throughout the painting. Among the subtle symbolic elements are a dove and, most intriguingly, a black rabbit concealed within the lower right portion of the composition, inviting the viewer to continually rediscover the work’s layered meaning and visual poetry.

Signed “Benny Narkis” upper left and dated 1987, the painting carries a rare and highly personal inscription verso that reads:

“For Marcia and Toti — A protest against the imbalance of ecology, this is my message as a man of good will. I am happy that this painting will always be present inside a Human Home filled with human tenderness.”

— Benny Narkis, 1987

This heartfelt dedication adds a unique historical and emotional dimension to the artwork, reflecting the artist’s humanitarian spirit and ecological concerns during the period.

Executed in oil on canvas, the painting measures an impressive 35 x 50 inches and is currently stretched but unframed, allowing the work itself to command full attention. The painting remains in excellent overall condition with only minimal age-appropriate wear.

This is an exceptional and museum-worthy example of Benny Narkis’ expressive style — bold, imaginative, and emotionally charged. Combining powerful symbolism, masterful color, and an intimate artist inscription, this remarkable work stands as both a compelling visual statement and an important collectible piece by one of Israel’s celebrated modern painters. The images provided accurately represent the quality, condition and aesthetic beauty of this rare painting by Narkis but if you have any questions please feel free to ask prior to purchasing!