“Sky and Water” prayer shawl

1985

COMMISSIONED FOR ESTHER • TORONTO ONTARIO

This distinctive tallit has appliqué on both sides; the lighter one is sky, the darker is water. A crescent moon evokes the Shechinah, God’s female presence.

The wearer’s Hebrew name is Esther, and her crown has four jewels, one for each matriarch.

 

view of “sky” side ↑

detail of front and atarah

Materials: silk charmeuse body, various fabrics; acrylic paint

Techniques: hand-painting, machine appliqué

 

↔ 132 cm / 52″

⊥ 163 cm / 64″

 

Calligraphic design: Baruch Sienna