Up for sale is a stunning 1989 oil painting by acclaimed Israeli Expressionist artist Benny Narkis — a deeply emotional and visually captivating work filled with symbolism and remarkable color.

This dreamlike landscape shows a round sun with burning red center casting a spotlight onto the city down below as a long line of figures walk towards. Two pale faces rest with eyes closed low left while a man plays the shofar as notes rest on the moon and sky above. Signed “B Narkis” low right and dated 1989, the painting carries a personal inscription verso partially legible reading:

“John,

look at the only path that leads toward your difficult goal — that your strength brings home to me…

Rosita, Paloma, Melissa & Benny Narkis

Sept. 1989”

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

Executed in oil on canvas, the painting measures an impressive 30.75 x 21.75 inches while its frame measures 37.5 x 28.75 inches. The condition of the painting is very good showing minimal surface imperfections and some slight separation from the frames outer white surface to its underlaying wood.

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!