Chelouche Gallery is deeply saddened to announce the demise of gallery artist and dear friend Yadid Rubin (1938-2012).

Rubin, one of Israel’s leading artists passed away this morning (Tuesday, January 03, 2012).

The funeral shall take place at Kibbuts Givat Haim (Ihud) cemetery, Wednesday, January 04, 2012, at 3pm. Due to the funeral, the same day the gallery will close at 13:00.

Yadid Rubin was our beloved friend and coleague for many years. His passing will leave a void in the hearts of all those who knew him and in the core of Israeli art.

Yadid Rubin in his studio, 2010 (Photography: Avraham Hay)