Contemporary designer Laura Cowan specialises in Judaica and silversmithing. Working from her design studio and workshop in Neve Tsedek, Tel Aviv she creates unique and original pieces, many of which have been inspired by the 1960’s mission to land a man on the moon.
“Although this was achieved even before I was born, I was fascinated by the hype and excitement generated by the race to the moon. I also loved the irony of a futuristic design based on what is now history”
A pure rocket shaped mezuzah, made from white metal, with an abstract “shin” inspired by the windows on spacecraft. Named after The Apollo program – NASA’s 1960’s moon landing mission. The Apollo is hand-crafted using traditional silversmithing techniques – sawing, hammering, filing and soldering. While the rocket is a modern geometric shape, Laura’s unique finishing techniques provide each mezuzah with warmth and personality. Each piece measures approx 5.7". It is handmade in Israel and signed by the artist. Kosher scroll not included but is available to purchase separately.
This is one of two models going to space in May 2008 with astronaut Greg Chamitoff.
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