Jewish & Christian Antiques - Religious Art for the Season and All Year

CAPE MAY COUNTY HERALD
By  Arthur Schwerdt
This is a detail of a bronze triptych (a three panel wok of art) of the Resurection.
It is possibly a Victorian re-cast of an original 17th Century German sculpted altarpiece
NEW JERSEY - With both Easter and Passover this weekend, this week’s column is a photo essay of some interesting devotional art. Religious art of all the world religions, from main steam to tribal, has been attracting collectors’ attention lately. Handmade pieces are especially impressive, not only for their exceptional craftsmanship, but also for the passion and commitment communicated by the artists. [Link]

Besomin spice box (above)
Jewish religious items are called "Judaica"

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