Modern Judaica: Today's Makers, Today's Sacred Objects by Jim Cohen Hardcover Bo

Description: Modern Judaica by Jim Cohen An in-depth look at modern, contemporary Judaica created by some of todays top Jewish artists! FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description More than your grandmothers candlesticks. The modern, contemporary art and craft of Judaica with insights into todays Judaica artists and the works they create. For anyone with an interest in Judaica and sacred objects, this book presents some of the most outstanding examples of contemporary Judaica - sacred Jewish objects - that have been created over the last 30+ years. Fifty-three makers have told their stories in their own words, giving incredible insights into why they make Judaica and what it means in their lives and in their journeys as artists. The featured works include Seder plates, ketubah (Jewish marriage documents), kiddush cups, hand-lettered Torahs, and even a Tefillin Barbie. The book stretches the everyday perception of Judaica and gives the reader insights into the next generation of makers and how Judaica responds to significant social issues affecting Jews and the world population as a whole. The book features more than 250 full-color photographs of the makers works, and it includes artists from the United States, Israel, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. AUTHOR: Jim Cohen is a metalsmith, past president of the American Guild of Judaic Art, and a past board member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. He has exhibited and spoken on Judaica across the United States and lives in Durham, North Carolina. SELLING POINTS: . An in-depth look at modern, contemporary Judaica created by some of todays top Jewish artists . For anyone with an interest in Judaica and sacred objects, explores a variety of contemporary works . Includes full-colour images of Judaica created by metalworkers, fabric artists, needlecrafters, woodworkers, calligraphers, and more 250 colour photographs Author Biography Jim Cohen is a metalsmith, past president of the American Guild of Judaic Art, and past board member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. He has exhibited and spoken on Judaica across the United States and lives in Durham, North Carolina. Long Description This book presents some of the most outstanding examples of contemporary Judaica--sacred Jewish objects--that have been created over the last 30+ years. Fifty-three makers tell their stories and give insight into why they make Judaica and what it means in their lives and in their journeys as artists. The featured works include Seder plates, ketubah (Jewish marriage documents), kiddush cups, hand-lettered Torahs, and even a Tefillin Barbie. Includes full-color images of Judaica created by metalworkers, fabric artists, needlecrafters, woodworkers, calligraphers, and more The book stretches the everyday perception of Judaica and gives the reader insight into the next generation of makers. It discusses how Judaica responds to significant social issues affecting Jews and the world population as a whole. The book features more than 250 full-color photographs of the makers works, and it includes artists from the United States, Israel, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Feature Jewish population in the US in 2021: 6.4 million The last comprehensive book on Judaica was published more than 10 years ago (500 Judaica; Sterling Publishing). RTD sales: 883 Authors websites: jimcohenmetals.net; jimcohenjudica.com (store). Blog: jimcohenjudaicametalsmith.blogspot.com Search for Judaica art on Etsy returns 19,000 results Relevant public Facebook groups: Jewish Community (2.5K followers); Judaism (1.7K followers); Jewish Art (1.6K followers); Jewish Artwork (1K members) List of 30+ top Jewish organizations in the US and worldwide: php Description for Sales People An in-depth look at modern, contemporary Judaica created by some of todays top Jewish artists For anyone with an interest in Judaica and sacred objects, explores a variety of contemporary works Includes full-color images of Judaica created by metalworkers, fabric artists, needlecrafters, woodworkers, calligraphers, and more Description for Bookstore An in-depth look at modern, contemporary Judaica created by some of todays top Jewish artists For anyone with an interest in Judaica and sacred objects, explores a variety of contemporary works Includes full-color images of Judaica created by metalworkers, fabric artists, needlecrafters, woodworkers, calligraphers, and more Details ISBN0764364472 Author Jim Cohen Pages 256 Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd ISBN-10 0764364472 ISBN-13 9780764364471 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Atglen Country of Publication United States Year 2023 AU Release Date 2023-02-14 NZ Release Date 2023-02-14 UK Release Date 2023-04-14 DEWEY 704.03924 Audience General Publication Date 2023-02-14 Subtitle Todays Makers, Todays Sacred Objects Illustrations 250+ color photos US Release Date 2023-02-14 Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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