Yair Emanuel Embroidered Atarah with Pomegranate & Blessing – White & Silver

Wool

Size: 3.3" x 30" / 8.5 x 77 cm

Surprise the most important man in your life with this exquisite white and silver embroidered atarah as a meaningful and special gift! Featuring a graceful pattern incorporating pomegranates in it, in its middle is written in marvelous Hebrew calligraphy the blessing said when putting on a tallit: “…Asher kidishanu bemitzvotav vetzivanu lehitatef batzizit.” - Who has sanctified us with His commandments and commanded us to wrap ourselves in the tzitzit. ‎Elegant and unique, this piece is perfect for both holidays and Shabbat, to make your prayers that much more special.

A well-known tradition in Judaism, adding an embroidered band of fabric to the tallit is a custom that dates back years. An easy way to beautify the tallit, the atarah is also a way to mark the top of the garment so the wearer knows which side is the top. 

Israel’s most popular artist Yair Emanuel studied at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, and now lives and works in Jerusalem. He creates stunning Judaica and art from a range of media, ranging from hand-painted silk and hand-sewn embroidery to brightly painted wood and muted metals. Emanuel’s work is characterized by the unique combination of traditional Jewish motifs and modern design and technique. His pieces are vibrantly colored and vividly bright, and are sure to add sparkle and style to any room!