Anna Ticho

Anna Ticho

Anna Ticho was a prominent Israeli artist and art historian who made significant contributions to the art world as a painter and graphic artist, as well as to the study of historic manuscripts as a world-renowned art historian. Born in Austria in 1894, Ticho moved to Palestine in 1923 with her husband, the ophthalmologist and sculptor, Avraham Albert Ticho. Throughout her career, Ticho was highly regarded for her unique painting style, which was characterized by her ability to capture the beauty of the land she called home while also paying tribute to the art of her past. One of Ticho's most famous works is Jerusalem Hills (1961), which exemplifies her style of painting. This painting depicts the hills surrounding Jerusalem, capturing the unique beauty of the region. Another famous work of Ticho's is Blooming Jerusalem (1966), which showcases her ability to use color and light to create a vibrant and lively image of the city. In addition to her work as a painter and graphic artist, Ticho was also a ground-breaking scholar and educator. She taught at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem and worked as a curator at the Israel Museum. Her expertise in art history allowed her to write extensively about Middle Eastern artifacts as well as to examine and conserve important works of art. Throughout her life, Anna Ticho made significant contributions to the art world and to the study of art history. Her unique style of painting and her dedication to preserving the art of the past have made her an important figure in Israeli art and culture.

Anna Ticho, Israeli artist, art historian, painting, graphic artist, Jerusalem Hills, Blooming Jerusalem, scholar, educator, Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, Israel Museum, Middle Eastern artifacts, art preservation

— Brian Wilson