Auction 73 - Jewish and Israeli History, Culture and Art

Joseph Budko (1888-1940) – Etchings for the Passover Haggadah

Opening: $300
Sold for: $3,250
Including buyer's premium
Ten etchings by Joseph Budko (1888-1940) – illustrations and ornamental initials for the Passover Haggadah. All signed in pencil.
Budko created the series of illustrations for the Passover Haggadah between 1915 and 1917. The Haggadah with his illustrations was published in 1921 (published by Löwit, Vienna-Berlin).
Nine prints on heavy paper and one print on thin paper (mounted on Bristol board). Size of etchings: approx. 6X6 cm to 17X13.5 cm. Good overall condition.
Provenance:
1. Artist's estate.
2. Private collection.
Israeli and International Art
Israeli and International Art