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− | + | ('''Hebrew''': משה פורת/ '''Pronounciation'' Mo-she Po’rat / ''Translation''': Moshe Porat /'''Definition''': Unique metal sculptor''': '''Description''': Creates metal sculptures that combine artistic creativity and Jewish messages) | |
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− | Visitors to Tzfat’s [[Old City Safed|Old City]] may wonder about the unique handiwork of the metal door on the [[Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue]]. This door was crafted by Moshe Porat, a local sculptor, physician and synagogue board member who sought to create a piece of art which would combine aesthetics with the spirit of Judaism. Dr. Porat’s unique metalwork is gaining notice in | + | Visitors to Tzfat’s [[Old City Safed|Old City]] may wonder about the unique handiwork of the metal door on the [[Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue]]. This door was crafted by Moshe Porat, a local sculptor, physician and synagogue board member who sought to create a piece of art which would combine aesthetics with the spirit of Judaism. Dr. Porat’s unique metalwork is gaining notice in Tzfat and throughout the world. |
== Moshe Porat == | == Moshe Porat == | ||
− | Moshe Porat is a certified orthopedic surgeon who practiced in Germany for 25 years. After retiring from practice, Dr. Porat returned to his native country, Israel, and bought a house in | + | Moshe Porat is a certified orthopedic surgeon who practiced in Germany for 25 years. After retiring from practice, Dr. Porat returned to his native country, Israel, and bought a house in Tzfat. He decided to develop his metalwork hobby, which he had enjoyed in Germany, and expand it into a gallery. |
=== Titanium Metal === | === Titanium Metal === | ||
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== Porat Gallery == | == Porat Gallery == | ||
− | Dr. Porat’s gallery is located on [[Art | + | Dr. Porat’s gallery is located on [[Art-Street-Safed|Alkabetz Street]], next to the stairs that descend to the [[Abuhav Synagogue]]. Dr. Porat works in the workroom which sits below his gallery. He sculpts works of Judaica which combine titanium and silver. He works the metal in such as way as to create one continuous piece rather than weld various pieces together. These works include candelabras, wine cups and other objects used for Jewish rituals. |
=== Sculptures === | === Sculptures === | ||
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== Gallery Hours == | == Gallery Hours == | ||
The Porat Gallery is open daily from 9:00 till after sunset. | The Porat Gallery is open daily from 9:00 till after sunset. | ||
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[[Category:Safed]] | [[Category:Safed]] | ||
[[Category:Jewish Art]] | [[Category:Jewish Art]] |