Judaica - Textile - 2000-2010
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Description from the seller
This is a Chalá cover, a traditional piece used in Jewish households.
Here are the main details:
The Text
The embroidered word in Hebrew in the center is שבת (read from right to left: Shin, Bet, Tav).
Meaning: 'Shabbat' (or Saturday), which is the sacred day of rest in Judaism.
The Function
This velvet towel is specifically used to cover the two braided breads (called Challah) that are placed on the table during the Shabbat meals (Friday night and Saturday during the day).
Why is the bread covered?
There are two main reasons in tradition.
Symbolic: It reminds of manna (the biblical food in the desert) that fell covered by layers of dew for protection.
Respect: The blessing of the wine (Kidush) is performed before the blessing of the bread (Hamotzi). The bread is covered so that it is not 'embarrassed' or 'ignored' while the wine takes precedence.
The Decoration
The art in this piece is rich in Jewish symbolism.
Grapes and vines: They represent the wine used in Kidush and symbolize fruitfulness and abundance.
The City: The constructions at the bottom represent the Old City of Jerusalem, a very common theme in Jewish art.
The navy blue velvet with golden fringes is a classic and noble style for ceremonial items.
It is a very beautiful piece and in excellent condition.
It is 47 cm tall and 57 cm wide, excluding fringes.
This is a Chalá cover, a traditional piece used in Jewish households.
Here are the main details:
The Text
The embroidered word in Hebrew in the center is שבת (read from right to left: Shin, Bet, Tav).
Meaning: 'Shabbat' (or Saturday), which is the sacred day of rest in Judaism.
The Function
This velvet towel is specifically used to cover the two braided breads (called Challah) that are placed on the table during the Shabbat meals (Friday night and Saturday during the day).
Why is the bread covered?
There are two main reasons in tradition.
Symbolic: It reminds of manna (the biblical food in the desert) that fell covered by layers of dew for protection.
Respect: The blessing of the wine (Kidush) is performed before the blessing of the bread (Hamotzi). The bread is covered so that it is not 'embarrassed' or 'ignored' while the wine takes precedence.
The Decoration
The art in this piece is rich in Jewish symbolism.
Grapes and vines: They represent the wine used in Kidush and symbolize fruitfulness and abundance.
The City: The constructions at the bottom represent the Old City of Jerusalem, a very common theme in Jewish art.
The navy blue velvet with golden fringes is a classic and noble style for ceremonial items.
It is a very beautiful piece and in excellent condition.
It is 47 cm tall and 57 cm wide, excluding fringes.
Details
Era
After 2000
No. of items
1
Material
Textile
Country of Origin
Israel
Height
47 cm
Width
47 cm
Depth
0.2 cm
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Estimated Period
2000-2010
