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| − | |data2 = | + | |data2 = רן כהן |
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| − | |data8 = | + | |data8 = Gallery of Persian Art in Tzfat, Israel.}} |
| − | }} | + | Ron Cohen’s Persian art adds an air of tradition and cultural diversity to the [[Art Gallery Street Safed|Artist community]] of Tzfat’s [[Old City Safed|Old Jewish Quarter]]. |
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| − | == | + | == Background == |
| + | Ron Cohen was born and raised in Haifa. He moved to Jerusalem and studied art at the Bezalel Academy where he was influenced by the traditional art styles of Bezalel’s original founding artists. While a student in Jerusalem he lived in the village of Ein Kerem and painted the landscapes of the Judean hills in watercolors and oils as he viewed them from his window. When Ron decided to become more religiously observant he moved to [[Safed]] and began to produce traditional Jewish art with a Persian style. | ||
| − | + | == Inspiration == | |
| + | Ron is inspired by Tzfat. He incorporates the landscapes and scenery of Northern Israel into his artwork which includes illuminated manuscripts such as a Passover Haggadot, Megillot Esther -- scrolls of Esther -- for Purim and “Ketubot” -- wedding contracts. He brings the ancient Persian oriental approach to his art whereby a central object or figure is frequently surrounded by bordering text or illustrations. | ||
| − | + | == Subject == | |
| + | Ron explores both Jewish and Land of Israel themes in his art. Human figures generally do not play a big part in his artwork but when they do, they are depicted as modest, humble and, almost always, secondary to the main theme of the piece. Ron’s paintings include Biblical scenes -- not the narratives of Bible stories but a view of how Ron imagines a time and space in Biblical times may have looked. His works include blessings and frames for blessings, Psalms, paintings of musical instruments and Kabbalistic shapes and designs. | ||
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| + | Ron works in oils and watercolors and paints on canvas and on wood. He uses deep, bold, vibrant colors that conjure up visions of ancient Persia. | ||
| − | + | == Gallery == | |
| + | Ron exhibits his works in his gallery on Alkabetz Street. His gallery sits on the corner of the stairs that ascend to the [[Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue]]. He sells original paintings, lithographs and scrolls on parchment. | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:52, 26 July 2012
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| מלון תל אביב צפת | |
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| Malon Tel Aviv Tzfat, Berenson House | |
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| Hotel in the Old City of Safed, Israel |
The Tel Aviv Hotel of Safed, is located on the northern edge of the Old City and one of the oldest hotels in the city. This centrally located Tzfat hotel was recently bought by Accent, a Chabad run organization.
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[edit] History
The building which now houses the Tel Aviv Hotel served as the consulate of the Austro-Hungarian Empire during Turkish rule of the area. Following the end of World War I and the commencement of British rule in Israel the building was turned into an annex of the nearby Rothchild hospital, functioning as a maternity ward. The Jewish self-defense paramilitary group, the Palmach, stored arms and held training exercises illegally in the hospital, relying on British soldiers’ reticence to investigate in an area where mothers were giving birth.
Following Independence in 1948, the Berenson family bought the building and turned it into a hotel. For many years the Tel Aviv hotel was a popular site in Tzfat, attracting government officials, diplomats and other travelers who were looking for a relaxing place to stay which allowed them to enjoy the Safed air and attractions.
[edit] Hotel
The Tel Aviv hotel rooms surround a central courtyard where guests can sit to have a cup of coffee, chat or just relax quietly. The hotel has 40 rooms located on two floors (no elevator). Some rooms have four beds and some rooms have two beds, making the Tel Aviv hotel a convenient vacation spot for groups and families alike.
[edit] Meals
Hotel guests can chose to book with half-board or full-board, creating a convenient option for visitors who wish to eat breakfasts and/or dinners right at the hotel. The hotel has a “mehadrin” -- high level -- hechsher, making it an attractive venue for Orthodox guests who are concerned about maintaining a high level of kashruth when they travel.
[edit] Management
In recent years the Tel Aviv hotel has come under the management of the Ascent Youth Hostel which is located right next-door. Ascent opens its library, classes and educational activities to guests at the hotel. The hotel accepts bookings from school, youth and tour groups as well as individual visitors.
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