{"product_id":"signed-jose-riva-mid-century-modern-israeli-judaica-ceramic-sculpture","title":"Signed Jose Riva Mid-Century Modern Israeli Judaica Ceramic Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eSigned Jose Riva Mid-Century Modern Israeli Judaica Ceramic Sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exquisite and highly collectible mid-century modern Israeli Judaica sculpture by the renowned artist José Riva. This hand-formed ceramic figure captures the poignant and sacred moment of a woman lighting the Shabbat candles, her hands traditionally covering her eyes in prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece features a striking contrast between the high-gloss navy blue glaze of the body and the matte cream-glaze of the headscarf. It is mounted on a heavy, polished white marble base and includes twin original brass candlesticks with ceramic \"flame\" inserts. This stylized, \"flat-back\" profile is a hallmark of Riva’s modernist approach to traditional Jewish themes. The artist's signature, \"Jose Riva,\" is hand-painted and clearly visible on the marble base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 8 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 4 inches (at base)\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eExcellent Vintage Condition. The ceramic figure and marble base are structurally sound with no cracks, major chips, or previous repairs. The glaze remains vibrant and smooth. The piece shows minor, age-appropriate patina on the brass components and small, natural firing inclusions in the matte glaze. The original protective felt is intact on the underside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and spiritually significant work of Israeli studio art, perfect for a collector of modernist Judaica or as a distinctive Shabbat centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cherished Memories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45882652950762,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2228\/0938\/files\/IMG_5979.webp?v=1773324265","url":"https:\/\/cherished-memories-2612.myshopify.com\/products\/signed-jose-riva-mid-century-modern-israeli-judaica-ceramic-sculpture","provider":"Cherished Memories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}