Limited Edition Print of Holocaust Survivor, Sam Goldofsky

Limited Edition Print of Holocaust Survivor Sam Goldofsky – Supporting the Facing Survival Exhibition

Own a piece of history with this exclusive limited edition print featuring Sam Goldofsky, a Holocaust survivor whose resilience and story are central to the Facing Survival exhibition. This powerful portrait, created by acclaimed artist David Kassan, captures Sam’s strength, courage, and unwavering spirit, offering a glimpse into his incredible journey of survival and hope.

Limited to 100 signed prints
5 x 7 in
High-quality archival paper, ensuring vibrant colors and lasting quality
Each print is hand-signed by the artist, David Kassan

**About Sam Goldofsky**
My name is Sam Goldofsky. I was born in Bedzin, Poland, on March 1, 1928. They call me at birth Shlomo. We were a family of five. My sister, my brother and myself. We went to synagogue. We had an active, vibrant community. It was a beautiful life. I believe that character is being built until a certain age. My character was built – I had a wonderful family.

When the Germans came in September 1939, we tried to run away. The Germans were with tanks coming right in front of us so we came back to our town. Then all the trouble started.

Eventually we were taken away from the house and sent to a ghetto called Kamionka. I think it was the end of 1942. We were pushed into one room. In summer 1943, the ghetto was liquidated.

We arrived in a place. We didn’t know it was Auschwitz. There were dogs, Germans with machine guns, and prisoners in striped uniforms. When we came in, we saw a sign arbeit macht frei. We saw a gate, yelling, screaming, and commotion. We were sent into Birkenau.

They started marching us out of Auschwitz III. We marched through Poland. There was one brutalcriminal, a kapo. He caught a boy from France and cut his throat in front of everybody. I’m supposed tobe next. But I saved myself. I had some privileges. As he came to cut my throat, I had a big fight with himand he couldn’t cut my throat. I really beat him up.I don’t like to be showed off [as a survivor].

I always cover my number – I don’t want people to be sorry for me.

**About the Artist:**
David Kassan is an award-winning artist known for his deeply emotive and realistic portraits. His work often focuses on capturing the human spirit and telling the stories of individuals through his art.

**Support the Facing Survival Exhibition:**
Proceeds from the sale of this print will directly support the Facing Survival exhibition, helping to preserve and share the stories of Holocaust survivors like Sam Goldofsky. Your purchase not only honors Ben’s legacy but also supports the vital mission of educating future generations about the Holocaust.