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Michael Aram Molten Mezuzah
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Artloft's Price: $39.00
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The Molten Collection takes its inspiration from the lore of ancient craftsmanship and the application of these time-honored techniques to modern shapes and environments.
"The Molten Collection represents a way of living, which I really love û streamlined, timeless shapes...objects which reverberate with the skill of their maker and yet do not fit into a traditional interpretation of craft. For me, the pieces possess a soulfulness and organic energy only possible through the handmade process. Molten is made by welding the edge of the piece not for the function of joinery but for the beauty and spontaneous quality of molten metal."
5" long; Nickelplate
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Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Mezuzah
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Artloft's Price: $39.00
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Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Mezuzah
1" wide x 5" long; Nickelplate
The Botanical Leaf Collection takes its inspiration from the intricacies of form and texture found in particular types of foliage. Reminiscent of eucalyptus and seagrape, the structure celebrates the twisting branches as much as it does the leaves themselves.
The image of leaves and branches is eternal and has some kind of meaning for almost everyone. For me, the motif conjures a sense of freshness and fragility while the materials and craftsmanship speak of something more robust, more human."
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Michael Aram Olive Branch Mezuzah
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Artloft's Price: $39.00
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Michael Aram Olive Branch Mezuzah
1inch W x 4.25 inches
Nickelplate, Oxidized
The Olive Branch Collection is one of the best known and most loved of Michael's motifs. The simple forms create objects that serve wonderfully as stunning individual gifts or an exuberant table setting that decorates an entire moment of your life. The theme itself captures all the most distinctive aspects of Michael's work...narrative strength, deep symbolism and extraordinary sculptural expression.
"The olive branch has always held a powerful meaning for me representing both peace and victory. In designing functional objects with natural forms, there is a mingled sense of fragility and intensity. For me, it is like nature spreading through my interior spaces...like a magical olive grove sweetly willing its way into my home."
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Michael Aram Wisteria Mezuzah
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Artloft's Price: $39.00
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Michael Aram Wisteria Mezuzah
1" wide x 4.25" long; Nickelplate
The Wisteria Collection takes its inspiration from the intricacies of form and texture found in foliage from around the world. By interpreting plant forms in cast metal, Aram presents work, which is evocative of a natural environment transformed and redefined. Each piece is an intimate expression of Aram's individual creativity as well as an object of infinite and timeless meaning.
"For me, the shapes conjure a sense of freshness and fragility. At the same time the textures represent a metaphor for life itself ... growth, vitality, pulsation. I believe everybody has an emotional response when they see natural objects. They are part of all of us. Wisteria, with its twisted vines, is so well represented in metal, which, when fluid, can move and turn as naturally as the vine itself."
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Michael Aram Heart To Heart Dreidel
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Artloft's Price: $59.00
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Narrative stories have always inspired Michael creatively. His objects create an entire imaginary world, building designs around celebrated themes that are familiar to all of us. The shapes are obvious and immediate and, at the same time, impressionistic and lyrical - the way a small child might imagine something in a story he is being told.
"These heart shaped dreidels are all unique as they are hand forged and cut. There is an individuality to each piece, just as our hearts and expressions of love are different from person to person, from moment to moment."
Symbolism: The heart symbolizes Love, Family, Union, Longevity, Eternity
4" x 4" x 2"; Nickelplate
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Michael Aram Tree Of Life Seder Plate
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Artloft's Price: $159.00
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The Tree of Life Collection takes its inspiration from the imagery that floats around classic storytelling.
"The image of the tree of life is one of my favorites. It is a symbol which is so widely used in all cultures and by all religions. Tree of Life imagery traditionally is representative of renewal, hope, sustenenance, and love. After all, what is life without love!"
12" x 11" x 6.25"; Nickelplate, Nickelplate Glass
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Michael Aram Pomegranate Seder Plate
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Artloft's Price: $259.00
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The Pomegranate Collection takes its inspiration from the intricacies of form and texture found in foliage from around the world.
"For me, the shapes conjure a sense of freshness and fragility. At the same time the textures represent a metaphor for life itself … growth, vitality, pulsation. Pomegranates are a symbol of eternity, fertility, and plenty. It is an age old image which crosses cultures and transcends time. It is as beautiful as a sculptural object, standing empty, as it is as a functional piece."
11" x 10.5"; Stainless Steel, Oxidized Bronze
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Michael Aram Pomegranate Large Menorah Oxidized - Out of Production
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Artloft's Price: $315.00
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Michael Aram Pomegranate Large Menorah Oxidized - NOW OUT of PRODUCTION!
The Pomegranate Collection takes its inspiration from one of the most universal and ancient symbols in the world. The fruit has been prized across the globe, across cultures and across time as a representation of life, rebirth and renewal as well as fertility and union.
"I grew up around pomegranates...from their use as natural dyes on the antique oriental rugs I used to crawl on as a baby to an integral ingredient in the food that I love. When I'm at my home in New Delhi, I wake each morning to the taste of fresh squeezed pomegranate juice. The color, the smell, the delicate flavor all make it feel like a magic elixir to me."
17" x 5.5" x 13.75"; Oxidized Bronze, Goldplate
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