About the creation

Cain’s Suitcase

Artist name: Maor Haim

A suitcase contains shots of Cain’s solitary journey. Above, he is portrayed as a runner wearing a headband, crossing an unexceptional landscape. Below, is a close up of Cain’s face and a shot of water-filled tracks, beside a red headband. Between the photos are pasted lines of poetry.

Source: Genesis 4

Technique: Mixed materials

Location: Jewish Museum, New York

Date: 1978

Dimensions: 60.3 x 41.3 x 8.3