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5 Israeli Judaica Artists You Should Know

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Explore 5 special Israeli artisans who bring a unique style to their art and Judaica, with amazing pieces that elevate Jewish tradition – and whose works are directly available on our site, shipping worldwide.

Israel’s Jewish artists are appreciated all over the world, and are a special source for Jewish art and Judaica that can bring a touch of the Land of Israel to wherever you are. Their works are often on the cutting edge of contemporary design and technological innovations in craftsmanship, while connecting with Biblical tradition and the Land of Israel to elevate Jewish traditions in a fresh new way.

We’ve rounded up our 5 favorite Jewish Israeli artisans below, whose special, locally-designed works are a sight to behold. Consider supporting them by ordering something to adorn your own home or as a meaningful gift for a loved one!

And check out the rest of the Israeli artists and designers available on our site here.

 

 

1. Yair Emanuel

 

Yair Emanuel is one of Israel's most famous Judaica artists, and a favorite among Jews everywhere for his unique, beautiful, and budget-friendly Judaica that combines Jewish tradition with modern style.

Educated at the famous Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, Yair Emanuel brings a special style to Jewish rituals through all the wonderful creations he designs in his Jerusalem studio. Some of his works incorporate bright colors while others boast chic, hammered metal finishes, and he often features Jerusalem, the Biblical fruit of the pomegranate, or other nature motifs.

From stunning tallitot to Kiddush cups, Shabbat candlesticks, mezuzah cases, Jewish wall art and more - Yair Emanuel has something for everyone!

 

Check out our Top 15 Yair Emanuel Judaica Gifts and shop the Yair Emanuel collection here!

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2. Jordana Klein

 

An exceptionally unique and talented Israeli artist is Jordana Klein, originally from North America and now based in Jerusalem. Her bold, colorful style combines Jewish tradition with a modern flair, creating mesmerizing pieces including paintings that have been featured in galleries around the world, as well as practical Judaica pieces and home decor.

Jordana's Judaica collection is all hand-crafted right in Israel, full of vivid colors and inspired by Biblical tradition, Judaism, and the Land of Israel. She describes her mission as painting the beauty of God's world, and her creations are both beautiful and spiritual.

Explore Jordana Klein's must-see, vibrant designs on challah trayschallah coversKiddush cups, tallit bagsblessings art, and more - all guaranteed to uplift your home or your Jewish rituals, or make for an unforgettable gift for a loved one.

 

Check out our Top 10 Judaica & Jewish Art by Jordana Klein and shop the Jordana Klein collection here!

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3. Shoham Yemenite Art

 

Shoham Simchi, the Israeli craftsman behind Shoham Yemenite Art, is an eighth-generation artisan from a family of Jewish jewelers originating in Yemen. For more than 2,000 years, since the days of King Solomon, his ancestors lived and worked successfully in Yemen, creating jewels for Jewish brides, Princes and Sheiks - an incredible history of Yemenite-Jewish silversmithing that you can read more about here, including the way it's preserved in Israel today.

For the past 20 years, Shoham Simchi has been producing exquisite sterling silver works of Judaica and Jewish jewelry in his Jerusalem-area workshop, blending together traditional and modern methods of craftsmanship and often utilizing Yemenite filigree designs as well as Jewish symbolism.

A piece of Judaica from Shoham Yemenite Art is a special purchase that's sure to become a treasured family heirloom, with a direct connection to Israel and to Jewish tradition - whether a Kiddush cup, Shabbat candlesticks, a mezuzah, Hanukkah Judaica, havdalah essentials, or any other of Shoham Simchi's incredible creations.

 

Check out our Top Yemenite Filigree Gifts by Shoham Simchi and shop the Shoham Yemenite Art collection here!

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4. Dorit Judaica

 

You don't want to miss Dorit Judaica for fun and meaningful Jewish gifts!

The artist behind the studio is Dorit Klein, a seventh-generation Israeli and an observant Jew based in Petach Tikvah. She combines her love of Judaism and the Land of Israel with a modern design style to create stylish Jewish art and Judaica, often incorporating pomegranate designs, Hamsas, or traditional Hebrew verses.

Her gorgeous pieces will elevate any Jewish home, at one of the more affordable price points available from Israel. Surprise a loved one with a special gift or adorn your own home with Dorit Judaica's marvelous Jewish tablewareRosh Hashanah giftschallah serving essentialsmezuzah caseswall art, and more!

 

Check out our Top 10 Jewish Gifts by Dorit Judaica and shop the Dorit Judaica collection here!

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5. David Gerstein

 

David Gerstein is one of Israel's most acclaimed painters and sculptors, with a unique, modern style that often takes inspiration from Jewish tradition as well as the Land of Israel and its people and nature. His remarkable works have even been given by Israel's Foreign Ministry to heads of state around the world.

Aside from featuring Israeli and Jewish themes and nature, David Gerstein's pieces also often depict the simplicity of daily life, from someone riding a bike to a cat staring at the nighttime moon, to two lovers sharing a coffee date or sitting at a window.

Upgrade your home with one of David Gerstein's brightly colored sculptures in his signature style - or give one as a stunning gift for a loved one!

 

Check out our Top 10 Israeli Art by David Gerstein and shop the David Gerstein Metal Art collection here!

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