Painted pine with 22K gold leaf and torah inside, 2024
Crafted from painted pine, the Tower Montefiore is a striking and evocative sculpture that stands as a tribute to faith and tradition. The piece combines the natural beauty of wood with the luminous elegance of 22K gold leaf, creating a visually dynamic and spiritually resonant object. The wood is carefully selected for both its natural grain and its ability to carry the warmth of the hand-applied paint. The surface of the tower is painted in soft tones of deep blue, ivory, and gold, which evoke both the sacred and the earthy. The natural grain of the pine is visible in places, adding texture and organic depth, while the carefully layered paint gives the structure a timeless, almost ancient feel, reminiscent of both old synagogues and the historic, sacred architecture that carries centuries of tradition. At the heart of this sculpture is the Torah—symbolizing the foundation of Jewish law, wisdom, and heritage—encased within the tower itself, inviting reflection on the sacredness of tradition and the light it brings to the world.
Original Building Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico, 1884
• 16.25" (41.30cm) height
• 4.5" (11.43cm) width
• 4.5" (11.43cm) depth
• Pedestal 4.5"x 8"x 8" (can be sold without pedestal)
• One of a kind