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NIRIT TAKELE Artworks Catalog Nirit Takele's available painting 2025 Woman 2025, Acrylic on Canvas, 40x30 cm, Nirit Takele. INQUIRE NIRIT TAKELE nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! www.nirittakele.com

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Acquire a museum-level painting for Your Collection. original works collected by leading institutions and private collectors. Inquire: Available Collection more than a painting, an emotional and cultural asset Each painting is a one-of-one original rooted in identity, memory, and human presence. Created to be lived with, these works hold emotional depth and reveal themselves over time. Held in both institutional and private collections, these works carry cultural significance and enduring personal resonance. exhibition: petach tikva museum of art, 2025 Solo Exhibition: Chromatic. The Negev Museum of Art, 2023 Exhibition Catalog: The Space Between Us, Addis Fine Art, London, 2021 Emotional Presence A lasting presence, works that deepen over time and remain emotionally engaging. Cultural Significance Engaging identity, heritage, and belonging within a contemporary cultural context Institutional Validation Held in leading public collections and exhibited internationally. Rarity A focused practice with a limited number of works available annually. about The artist Nirit Takele is a contemporary figurative painter whose work is held in major museums, corporate, and private collections internationally. Her paintings explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural belonging through bold color, sculptural figuration, and emotionally resonant compositions. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Israel, Takele draws on personal and collective histories while creating works that speak to universal experiences of presence, connection, and human dignity. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including at Zeitz MOCAA, Addis Fine Art (London), and in leading museums and galleries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the United States. Works by Takele are held in significant collections, including the Israel Museum, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Bank of Israel, and major private collections worldwide. Works are available through the artist's studio in Tel Aviv. Photo:@garowland Installation View - West Collection ( USA) Institutional Recognition Selected Works Held in Collection. Tel Aviv Museum of Art Israel Museum, Jerusalem Bank of Israel West Collection (USA) Israel Discount Bank Shenkar College Major private collections internationally Selected exhibitions include major international and galleries. Zeitz MOCAA exhibition program Addis Fine Art, London Petach Tikva Museum of Art The Negev Museum of Art 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Available collection Available works may be acquired directly. from the artist's studio. Prices do not include VAT/tax/ shipping fees. Non-Israeli citizens' VAT is excluded. The one who understands, 2026 140 x 110 cm, (55.12 x 43.31 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE Girl's Support, 2023 140 x 110 cm, (55.12 x 43.31 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE New Body Part 2, 2025 150 x 120 cm, (59.05 x 47.24 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE The Glass Mantra You Wanted Me To Adopt, 2021 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE Three Victory, 2021 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE Growing Up, 2023 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele INQUIRE NIRIT TAKELE nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! www.nirittakele.com Selected Public, Corporate & Private Collections Selected Public, Corporate & Private Collections nirittakele@gmail.com +972 50-9300212 NIRIT TAKELE Contact Us

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A Visionary of Color, Culture, and Identity Nirit Takele's work is a striking testament to the intersection of heritage, migration, and contemporary identity. Born in Ethiopia in 1985 and immigrating to Israel during the historic Operation Solomon in 1991, Takele's artistic journey is deeply rooted in the complex narratives of displacement, adaptation, and self-discovery. Her vivid and full-of-energy paintings reflect personal memory and collective cultural consciousness, capturing the nuances of the Beta Israel community within the broader Israeli and global artistic landscapes. A graduate of Shenkar College's Department of Multidisciplinary Art in 2015, Takele has developed a unique artistic language that fuses elements of classical European techniques with the bold, graphic sensibilities of modernist abstraction. Inspired by painters like Michelangelo, Diego Rivera, and David Hockney, she carves out her distinct visual style that reveals exaggerated human forms, a dynamic sense of movement, and a palette that pulsates life. The figures in her paintings emerge in striking sculptural compositions, defined by broad, flat planes of color and intricate tonal juxtapositions, which lend them both weight and dreamlike lightness. Girl’s support, 110x140 cm, acrylic on canvas, Nirit Takele 2023 Her artistic practice is not merely an aesthetic endeavor but a powerful act of storytelling. Each painting is a bridge between past and present, between cultures and geographies, and between personal memory and collective identity. Through her distinctive approach to figuration, Takele captures the physical form and her inspired subjects' emotional and psychological landscapes. The interplay of shadow and light, solidity and fluidity, reflects the ever-evolving nature of identity itself—one that is shaped by history, migration, and the spaces in between. Takele's vision extends beyond representation; her work is an invitation to reimagine belonging, heritage, and the beauty of diasporic narratives. She challenges conventional portrayals of Ethiopian-Israeli identity, offering instead a deeply personal and universally resonant perspective. As she continues to paint, Takele reaffirms the importance of art for cultural preservation and evolution. Her canvases serve as both a mirror and a beacon, reflecting the intricacies of her journey while illuminating the broader human experience. Through her mastery of color, composition, and form, Nirit Takele solidifies her place as a vital force in contemporary art, shaping the visual language of identity, migration, and belonging for future generations. At the heart of Takele's work is an exploration of personal and communal identity. Using bold hues and intricate layering, she evokes the vibrancy of Ethiopian cultural heritage while engaging in an ongoing dialogue with her surroundings in Israel. This duality is most evident in her depictions of the Beta Israel community, offering a window into their experiences, traditions, and the shifting landscapes of belonging. Her figures often possess an almost monumental presence, yet they remain tender and introspective, inviting viewers to engage with their intimate stories. One of the defining moments of her artistic evolution was her residency in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, initiative by Eliya Maharat collabrated with START Residency Program. Returning to her birthplace proved transformative, imbuing her work with even greater chromatic intensity and a heightened sense of cultural reclamation. The experience deepened her connection to Ethiopian traditions, patterns, and storytelling, now infusing her paintings with an even richer narrative depth. Takele's work has garnered critical acclaim both in Israel and internationally. Her exhibitions span major institutions and galleries, including solo shows such as Chromatic at The Negev Museum of Art in Be'er Sheva, The Space Between Us at Addis Fine Art Gallery in London, and Flying with Angels at Tafeta, London. Her presence in group exhibitions—from Africa Supernova in the Netherlands to When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting at Zeitz MOCAA in Cape Town and 'sync in progress' at Tang Contemporary Art in Beijing—cements her significant voice in contemporary figurative painting. Beyond her exhibitions, Takele has received prestigious accolades that reflect her impact on the art world, including the Young Artist Award from Israel's Ministry of Culture and Sports, Sotheby's 'Under The Hammer' Prize for Emerging Artists, and the Artis Grant for Exceptional Work in Uncertain Times. Her works are housed in renowned collections, including the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, and the West Collection in the USA, affirming her growing influence on the global stage. Artist Bio THE SPACE BETWEEN US Art Fairs where Nirit's works are featured. ART FAIRS עדיין לא פורסמו פוסטים בשפה זו כשיתפרסמו פוסטים, הם יופיעו כאן. Biography BFA, Department of Multidisciplinary Art, Shenkar College, Ramat Gan 2011 - 2015 EDUCATION SOLO EXHIBITION 2023 Chromatic , The Negev Museum of Art, Curator: Ron Bartos, Be’er Sheva 2021 The Space Between Us , Addis Fine Art Gallery, London 2019 Three Views , Hezi cohen Gallery, Curator: Shulamit Nuss, Hagit P.Rotem. Tel Aviv 2018 Flying with Angels , Tafeta, Addis Fine Art Project Space, London SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITION 2025 Where Edges Meet, Corridor Contemporary gallery, Curator: Ariel Rom, Tel Aviv If I Was Body, Petach Tikva Museum of Art, Curator: Irena Gordon, Petach Tikva 2024 Becoming, Curator: Meital Manor, Yaacov Agam Museum, Rishon Lezion Resilience & Reflection, Curator: Danielle Rbibo, David Benrimon Fine Art, New York Connected Threads, Addis Fine Art, NADA Exhibition Space, New York. *When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting, Curator: Koyo Kouoh, Kunstmuseum Basel, The Hague, Netherlands 2023 Africa Supernova, Collection Contenporary African Art & Pieter Schulting, Amersfoort, Netherlands 2022 ‘Sync in progress…’, Tang Contemporary Art Gallery, Curator: Michela Sena, Beijing, China When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting, Curator: Koyo Kouoh, ZeitzMOCAA, CapeTown Side by Side, duo exhibition with Ronit Porat, Nassima Landau Art Foundation, Tel Aviv 2020 High Voltage, Nassima Landau Art Foundation, Curator: suzanne landau, Tel Aviv You Belong Here, Duo exhibition with Orit Ben Shitrit, C24 Gallery, Curator: David C. Terry, New York 2019 On Money, Forte Gallery, curator: Tamar Lamdan, Carmit Shine, Tel Aviv Prism, Artspace Tel Aviv Gallery, curator: Nir Harmat, Tel Aviv 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, Addis Fine Art, New York 2018 Israeli Fine Art, Duo exhibition with Tigist Ron Yoseph, Curator: Eliya M. Shlomon, Edom Belete, Addis Ababa 70 Years: Individual-State, Trumpeldor Gallery, Curator: Cohava Peterman-Lipschutz, Be'er Sheva 2017 Dangerous Art, Haifa Museums of Art, Curator: Revital Silverman Grun, Haifa Artist's Greenhouse, [Solo Bot], Fresh Paint Art Fair 9, Tel Aviv 2016 Bread & Roses, Tel Aviv Artist's Studios, Curator: Dani Ben Simhon, Tel Aviv Painting Camp 2016: Activists, The Negev Museum of Art, Curator: David Vakstein, Dalia Manor, Be'er Sheva 2015 Material identity...cultural identity, The Yavne Art Workshop, Curator: Ronnie Reuben, Yavne Survival War, Graduate Exhibition, Department of Multidisciplinary Art, Shenkar College, Ramat Gan 2014 Come to Bat Yam, Ryback House, MoBY: Museums of Art, Curators: Larry Abramson, Joshua Simon. 2013 Change / Exchange, The African Studies Gallery, Tel Aviv 2025 Artis Residency at Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts (EFA) Collaboration with Artis Residency Grant Program. two months. New York, United States 2018 Residency Program in Addis Ababa. Initiative by Eliya Maharat Sholomon Collaboration with "Africa First" artist Residency program by Serge Tiroche) two months Addis Ababa, Ethiopia RESIDENCY PROGRAM AWARDS 2022 Honorable mention, Becky Dekel Prize, Association for Women’s Art and Gender Research in Israel. 2021 Artis Grant for Exceptional Work in Uncertain Times 2019 Young Artist Award by the Ministry of Culture and Sports 2017 Sotheby’s “Under the Hammer” Prize for Emerging Artists, Fresh Paint 9 2014 Talia Sidi Award for Academic Excellence, Shenkar College COLLECTIONS Nirit Takele's paintings have been acquired by public and private collections, among them: Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv Museum of Art Bank of Israel Multidisciplinary Art School, Shenkar College Israel Discount Bank Africa First – Serge Tiroche Collection Melanie and Matthew Bronfman's Art Collection West Collection (Al and Paige West) USA Download CV Download CV 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair 1-54, established in 2013 by Touria El Glaoui, is the world's first global art fair dedicated solely to contemporary African art. Held annually in London, New York, and Marrakech, it champions work by artists from Africa and its diaspora. Through exhibitions by top galleries, artist talks, panels, and special projects, 1-54 fosters a vibrant platform for diverse voices and perspectives. Its name reflects the 54 countries that make up the African continent. Addis Fine Art gallery presents artist Nirit Takele. Industria, 775 Washington Street, New York, NY 10014, 3 - 5 May 2019. Booth B07 http://1-54.com/new-york/ FreshPaint Fair Israeli Art & Design Freshpaint is Israel’s leading contemporary art and design fair, founded in 2008 by Sharon Tillinger and Yifat Gurion. Held annually in Tel Aviv, curated by Yifat with Raz Shapira -Head of Art, it showcases both emerging and established artists and designers through exhibitions, installations, and special projects. The fair showcases Israeli creativity and innovation, attracting thousands of visitors and playing a pivotal role in the country’s cultural landscape. Artist Nirit Takele has been selected as the winner of the Sotheby's "Hammer Prize" in the Young Artists' Incubator at the Fresh Paint 9 art fair, 2017. The selected work will be sent to New York, where it will be sold at a Sotheby's international auction

NIRIT TAKELE Artworks Catalog Nirit Takele's available painting 2025 The Promise of Support 2024, Acrylic on Canvas, 140x109 cm, Nirit Takele. $ 37,500 USD SOLD Prices do not include tax or shipping fee Additional Detail Past exhibition Becoming, Yaacov Agam Museum, Rishon Lezion Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Tel Aviv In "The Promise of Support," the artist portrays the value of security and the ongoing circle of support offered by the 'Or Shalom' Association, dedicated to helping orphaned children and at-risk youth. This support brings profound change to their lives. The painting shows three figures: a young woman guiding a younger girl to hold a turtle, while a boy leans on her shoulder. This symbolizes guidance, warmth, and the meaning of home. The turtle, carrying its home, represents protection, stability, and the idea that home is a sense of security children can carry with them. In the background, parents embrace their child beside a house, symbolizing family and belonging. Inspired by the organization’s "Alumni Program," the painting reflects how former children return to mentor the next generation, continuing a cycle of care and support. As adults, they create stable homes for their own children, breaking the cycle of hardship. NIRIT TAKELE www.nirittakele.com You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact

NIRIT TAKELE Artworks Catalog Nirit Takele's available painting 2025 Explore Nirit Takele's exclusive artwork catalog, featuring bold figurative paintings that blend Ethiopian heritage with Israeli identity. Discover and acquire original pieces that showcase her dynamic use of color, movement, and cultural storytelling. Browse the collection and find a captivating artwork to add to your collection. view Avilable Painting About Artist Nirit Takele's work vividly explores heritage, migration, and contemporary identity. Born in Ethiopia in 1985 and immigrating to Israel during Operation Solomon, Takele draws from personal and collective narratives of displacement and belonging. Her paintings, characterized by bold color palettes and dynamic sculptural figures, offer a striking portrayal of the Beta Israel community while engaging with broader global conversations on identity and cultural hybridity. A graduate of Shenkar College's Multidisciplinary Art program, Takele fuses classical European techniques with modernist abstraction, inspired by artists such as Michelangelo, Diego Rivera, and David Hockney. Her figures, often monumental yet introspective, emerge from broad planes of color, embodying both strength and vulnerability. A residency Program in Addis Ababa deepened her connection to Ethiopian heritage, infusing her work with richer color palte. Her exhibitions spanning institutions from Zeitz MOCAA to The Negev Museum of Art affirm her growing impact on contemporary figurative painting. Recognized with prestigious awards and featured in significant collections worldwide, Takele's work extends beyond representation; it is an evocative dialogue between past and present, tradition and reinvention. Through her distinctive approach to figuration, Takele challenges conventional portrayals of Ethiopian-Israeli identity, offering a powerful reimagining of belonging and cultural preservation. Each canvas is both a reflection and a bridge, illuminating the complexities of migration and the beauty of diasporic narratives. ARTIST STUDIO Tel Aviv GALLERY Nirit's Paintings that are available in galleries Payment and shipping information through the gallery. Please let me know if you're interested, and I'll be happy to connect you. Addis Fine Art Gallery (The painting in New York) Zemack Contemporary Art gallery exhibited : Miami Art Fair December 2-7 | 2025 EXPO CHICAGO April 9-12 painting direct from artist. Thank you for your interest in purchasing an original artwork by Nirit Takele. All purchases are made by inquiry—please submit a request through the contact form. Once reviewed, I will provide payment details. Payments are processed manually via Bank Transfer. Payment & Shipping Information Please note: Prices do not include taxes or shipping fees. Shipping is self-pickup, but if needed, I can assist in coordinating delivery with a shipping company. The buyer is responsible for all shipping and insurance costs. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! NIRIT TAKELE nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Contact You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! www.nirittakele.com

NIRIT TAKELE Artworks Catalog Nirit Takele's available painting 2025 Girl’s Support 2023, Acrylic on Canvas, 140x110 cm, Nirit Takele. INQUIRE Additional Detail Past exhibition Chromatic, The Negev Museum of Art, Be’er Sheva "Girl's Support" is part of a series exploring teenage girls' experiences in their daily lives and boarding school routines. The painting portrays three seated figures offering one another emotional support. Adolescence is a time of heightened emotions, and being away from home and family can intensify the need for a listening ear. Friendships become their primary source of comfort in the absence of close family. The figures' circular composition, with an illuminated center, symbolizes their deep connection. Their bodies fill the canvas, emphasizing their closeness and mutual reliance. Spending an entire week—sometimes even two weeks—at the boarding school, these friendships become an essential pillar of emotional Support. NIRIT TAKELE www.nirittakele.com You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact

Acquire a museum-level painting for Your Collection. original works collected by leading institutions and private collectors. Inquire: Available Collection more than a painting, an emotional and cultural asset Each painting is a one-of-one original rooted in identity, memory, and human presence. Created to be lived with, these works hold emotional depth and reveal themselves over time. Held in both institutional and private collections, these works carry cultural significance and enduring personal resonance. Solo Exhibition: Chromatic. The Negev Museum of Art, 2023 Exhibition Catalogue: The Space Between Us, Addis Fine Art, London, 2021 Emotional Presence A lasting presence, works that deepen over time and remain emotionally engaging. Cultural Significance Engaging identity, heritage, and belonging within a contemporary cultural context Institutional Validation Held in leading public collections and exhibited internationally. Rarity A focused practice with a limited number of works available annually. about The artist Nirit Takele is a contemporary figurative painter whose work is held in major museums, corporate, and private collections internationally. Her paintings explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural belonging through bold color, sculptural figuration, and emotionally resonant compositions. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Israel, Takele draws on personal and collective histories while creating works that speak to universal experiences of presence, connection, and human dignity. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including at Zeitz MOCAA, Addis Fine Art (London), and in leading museums and galleries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the United States. Works by Takele are held in significant collections, including the Israel Museum, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Bank of Israel, and major private collections worldwide. Works are available through the artist's studio in Tel Aviv. Photo: @garowland Installation View - West Collection ( USA) Available collection Available works may be acquired directly. from the artist's studio. Prices do not include VAT/tax/ shipping fees. Non-Israeli citizens' VAT is excluded. Institutional Recognition Selected Works Held in Collection. Tel Aviv Museum of Art Israel Museum, Jerusalem Bank of Israel West Collection (USA) Israel Discount Bank Shenkar College Major private collections internationally Selected exhibitions include major international and galleries. Zeitz MOCAA exhibition program Addis Fine Art, London Petach Tikva Museum of Art The Negev Museum of Art 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair The one who understands, 2026 140 x 110 cm, (55.12 x 43.31 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $ 37,500 USD INQUIRE Girl's Support, 2023 140 x 110 cm, (55.12 x 43.31 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $ 37,500 USD INQUIRE New Body Part 2, 2025 150 x 120 cm, (59.05 x 47.24 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $ 40,500 USD INQUIRE The Glass Mantra You Wanted Me To Adopt, 2021 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $90,200 USD INQUIRE Three Victory, 2021 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $ 90,200 USD INQUIRE Growing Up, 2023 210 x 165 cm, (82.67 x 64.96 in ) Acrylic on Canvas, Nirit Takele $ 90,200 USD INQUIRE NIRIT TAKELE nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! www.nirittakele.com Selected Public, Corporate & Private Collections Selected Public, Corporate & Private Collections exhibition: petach tikva museum of art, 2025 nirittakele@gmail.com +972 50-9300212 NIRIT TAKELE Contact Us

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NIRIT TAKELE Artworks Catalog Nirit Takele's available painting 2025 Couple with Red bracelet 2023, Acrylic on Canvas, 140x110 cm, Nirit Takele. painting in NEW YORK INQUIRE Past Exhibiton: Connected Threads, Addis Fine Art, NADA Exhibition Space, New York. 2023 NIRIT TAKELE www.nirittakele.com You're invited to follow Nirit Takele’s artwork and updates on her website and social media! nirittakele@gmail.com +972-50-9300212 Tel Aviv , Israel. Contact