Lot 191
Casey (probably American, active 20th century). "Ezekiel 38" mixed media artist proof on paper, 1980. Artist proof V. Indecipherable signature in graphite with title, "Artist Proof V," and date beneath image. A stirring mixed media piece titled "Ezekiel 38" using dramatic blocks of black, burgundy, and umber as well as the impressed words "PLO," "OPEC," "USSR," and "Israel's Tribulation Thunder." Made in 1980, the title of the work references the thirty-eighth chapter of the Book of Ezekiel in the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. This chapter contains prophecies attributed to the prophet and priest Ezekiel and is part of the Books of the Prophets. Size of artwork: 29" W x 40" H (73.7 cm x 101.6 cm); of frame: 36.75" W x 48.75" H (93.3 cm x 123.8 cm)
The account of the War of Ezekiel 38-39 or the War of Gog and Magog in chapters 38 and 39 details how Gog of Magog and his hordes from the north will threaten and attack the restored land of Israel. The chapters describe how God will make his presence known through an earthquake, and send torrential rains, hailstone, fire, and sulfur - subsequently destroying Gog and Magog. Following the defeat of Gog, God will establish a new Temple where he will dwell forever with his people (chapters 40-48). Theologian David Petersen refers to an underlying theological message, that even so fearsome an enemy as this is ultimately under the control of the God of Israel, since it is God himself who says to Gog, "I will bring you against my land."
Provenance: private Boulder, Colorado, USA collection, acquired from the 1970s to 2000s; ex-Tom Michel collection
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- Condition: Set behind plexiglass in custom frame. Has not been examined outside of frame, but appears to be in excellent overall condition.
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