HamsaFish
- Description
Introducing HamsaFish! A decorative vintage brass fish has been given new life as a Judaica object in this piece made with various layered metal Judaica jewelry charms, and crushed copper (a natural element that clears out negativity and conducts energy).
The Hamsa and Star of David amulets are known to promote protection and prosperity and they have been used throughout this sculpture to highlight the fins and ridges of the vintage brass fish. The concept behind featuring these elements is to share the message that each individual charm, like each individual human, is beautiful and matters on their own and is unique and valuable. But when brought together as a community or as an artwork, an even more powerful result is formed. This is the strength of the Jewish people and should be celebrated as a group, but allowed to flourish individually however one might want to explore their ancestral culture. The charms and crushed copper are secured with clear epoxy resin for durability.
HamsaFish seems to be swimming on a pool of water made from poured resin, as it sits displayed upon its 1” thick acrylic base.
Welcome this statement display piece to your home today as a beautiful decorative element that brings with it a celebration of the Jewish culture and an appreciation for natural resources.
This work was created in 2023 by artist Kenny Zablotsky, who utilizes his Hebrew name Channan Tzvi when designing for his Judaica studio Hamsas of Munkatch.
HamsaFish was exhibited at the Drezner Gallery of the Farmington Valley Arts Center in Avon, Connecticut during their “Gone Fishing” exhibition in July 2023.
10” x 10” x 10”
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About HAMSAS OF MUNKATCH:
Hamsas of Munkatch is a Judaica design studio founded by artist Channan Tzvi (Kenny Zablotsky), grounded in the belief that Judaism should be woven into the fabric of daily life. The studio creates beautiful, high-quality objects that celebrate Jewish culture and heritage. Hamsas of Munkatch emphasizes that the experience of Jewish traditions doesn’t have to be confined to religious artifacts alone, but should extend to everyday items, making them joyful, meaningful, and visually stunning. By incorporating these pieces into our surroundings, they serve as both a reminder and a tool for cultivating Jewish pride. With Hamsas of Munkatch, the goal is to make the celebration of Jewish identity effortless and full of joy.
Celebrate your Judaism and find your Jewish Joy with an item from Hamsas of Munkatch!
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About Us
Who is behind Jewish Joy?
In 2016, Channan Tzvi (Kenny) started collecting Hamsas and began his journey reconnecting to his Jewish culture via the appreciation of this ancient symbol from a design based approach.
Hamsas of Munkatch, his design studio was founded in 2020 as a way to explore a personal connection to Judaism; and through his research he amassed an extensive collection of Judaica objects that Kenny realized could be shared with others, to allow them to experience some of the same joyful connection to the traditions - hence jewishjoy.co.
Why no Challah Boards?
There are many ways to celebrate Judaism - and this website is a bit different than your classic Judaica store that might only carry silver kiddish cups and wooden mezuzahs. These types of items already exist at other retailers or might be something that you may have inherited from a family member. We hope to compliment those pieces that you may already have in your homes with a variety of Judaica enhancements.
Our mission is to provide artistic items to our customers that inspire a personal connection to the joys of Judaism. We aim to achieve this by focusing our efforts on common traditions and cultural highlights of Judaism and celebrating them in an inclusive manner.
We try to source from other small businesses and Judaica artists who create one of a kind items.
A Bissle Ungepatchka | a little over the top
An important part of the joy that Channan Tzvi (Kenny) found in Judaism stems from the artistic imagery that can be seen throughout history on a variety of artifacts. People have always celebrated their love for Judaism through art and design and we continue that tradition.
With that in mind, we also embrace some of our Hungarian heritage and acknowledge that sometimes you need a bissle ungepatchka to liven up an otherwise contemporary living environment and reinvigorate your mind.
We know that not everyone will appreciate all of our pieces, but we hope that those of you who enjoy them LOVE THEM!