Half-circle stained glass window by Jacob -Jack

Half-circle stained glass window 1927

glass, architecture

clear focal point

looking up perspective

sculpture

historic architecture

glass

unrealistic statue

perspective from below

framed image

united-states

central focal point

architecture

historical building

statue

This stained glass window, created by Jacob -Jack in 1927, is a beautiful example of the art form. The half-circle window, measuring 52 3/4 x 95 1/8 inches, features a variety of colors and patterns. The central panel depicts a hand reaching into a vessel with a six-pointed star, symbolizing the Jewish faith. Flanking the central panel are two menorahs, and the bottom panel contains a scene of a ship sailing into a harbor with the word "Harmony" inscribed on a plaque. The window, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a striking example of stained glass art, with a rich array of religious symbolism.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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The stained glass window in this gallery features symbols important in Judaism. These include a tree representing the Tribe of Asher, a serpent for the Tribe of Dan, a man carrying a sack for the Tribe of Issachar, and a ship for the Tribe of Zebulun. The Star of David is the symbol of Judaism. The candleabra in the lower section are seven branched temple menorahs. The tzedakah box signifys charity to others and the rainbow symbolizes hope for the world to be healed through positive action. Thanks to the following individuals who helped preserve the window: Etta Fay Orkin of the Adath Jeshurun Congregation, Iric Nathanson and Norman Pink of the Jewish Historical Society of the Midwest, John Salisbury of Gaytee Stained Glass, Inc., and N. Bud and Beverly Grossman, who provided funds to remove and restore the window.