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Israeli artists and designers are taking traditional Judaica to a new level. The country’s top silversmiths and artisans are producing some outstanding and innovative modern Judaica products. They are transforming traditional concepts with a variety of new materials like polymer clays, ceramics - and even cast concrete. The latest designs are ultra modern, but would still be immediately recognizable to our earliest Jewish forebears!

There are also famous Jerusalem silversmiths like Avi Nadav who work to preserve traditional styles. Avi loves to explore new designs and methods, but always returns to the traditional Yemenite silver filigree work that is part of his family heritage. He is keen to pass on the foundational skills of ancient Jewish silversmithing to the next generation of jewelers. The best Judaica items from Israel cover a range of styles and materials, but are crafted with immaculate attention to detail - and a lot of love.

Modern Israeli Judaica isn’t limited to handmade silver tableware and religious items. Some of the best selling items include oil paintings, water colors, glassware, woodwork, ceramics, handmade designer jewelry, and exciting home decor items. The one thing each item has in common is that the artist was deeply inspired by an aspect of Judaism, Jewish history and culture, the amazing natural beauty of Israel, or the mystical appeal of its ancient cities.

5 Best Judaica items from Israel

It’s impossible to fully do justice to the full range of handmade Judaica items from Israel. There are hundreds of amazing products for sale online. The 5 best Judaica items offer a quick insight into the exciting world of Israeli Judaica and the contemporary Israeli art scene.

Sterling silver candlesticks inlaid with blue enamel Silver wine goblet set with lapis lazuli stones Abstract oil paintings of Jerusalem and Safed Anodized aluminum Kiddush cup sets Handmade polymer clay mezuzah cases

The best Judaica items from Israel are always handmade in Israel by Israeli artists and artisans. One of the best websites that offers Judaica from Israeli and Jewish artists is the Israeli Judaica . It's possible to buy cheap imitations that are made in Turkish factories, but they never match handmade Israeli Judaica for quality.

There is a passion for Jewish heritage, and a love of beauty for its own sake, that sets the best Israeli Judaica apart from its rivals. A good example is Israeli artist Shalom Sofer who uses earth spoil from Temple Mount archaeological excavations to create modern Judaica sand sculptures.

Handmade Jewish Jewelry from Jerusalem

Jerusalem’s top jewelers make an important creative contribution to modern Israeli Judaica. Handmade gold and silver jewelry featuring ancient Jewish symbolism is one of the singular most popular choices for Bat Mitzvah gifts. Men’s Star of David and Lion of Judah pendants are an increasingly popular Bar Mitzvah gift.

Handmade Jewish jewelry from Jerusalem makes the perfect romantic gift - especially if you commission a custom design. A handcrafted silver name bracelet or a pair of earrings is a small, but very special birthday or anniversary present. Jewelry is also a great choice for a graduation gift, or to celebrate the birth of a new baby.

Buy the Best Modern Judaica from Israel

Modern Israel artists are crafting Judaica from some astonishing materials and are adapting new engineering and production techniques to their art. The true beauty of modern Judaica is that it’s a direct continuation of the most ancient Jewish themes and traditions. A cast concrete menorah is still a menorah, a polymer clay or pewter mezuzah case is still a mezuzah case…

When you buy Judaica online at the Israeli Center of Judaica, you can shop the massive boutique collections of traditional antique style Judaica, and the latest modern masterpieces. Traditional or modern, the quality is superb and the craftsmanship, creativity and originality will amaze you!