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‘REPAIRING THE WORLD’ WILL OPEN NOV. 4 AT JEWISH MUSEUM

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NEW YORK CITY — The Jewish Museum will present the exhibition, “Repairing The World: Contemporary Ritual Art,” on view November 4–March 16.

For centuries, artists have created elegant and functional works of ceremonial art designed for use on specific Jewish holidays or rituals. Contemporary artists have used these traditional forms as starting points, while creating fresh and innovative designs that reflect the world in which they are working.

“Repairing the World: Contemporary Ritual Art” showcases works by 13 artists investigating a wide range of present-day issues. Many of the artists focus on feminist themes creating objects that celebrate women’s oft-neglected roles in Jewish history and in general society. Other artists explore anti-Semitism, poverty and political conflict.

Artists represented include Helène Aylon, Harriette Estel Berman, Zoya Cherkassky, Janet Dash, Lillian Elliott, Neil Goldberg, Phyllis Handler, Cary Leibowitz, Richard Meier, Gilda Pervin, Lucy Puls, Laurel J. Robinson and Melissa Shiff.

The Jewish Museum is at 1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street. For more information, www.thejewishmuseum.org or 212-423-3200.