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Shiviti
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This remarkable illustration is at the same time a shiviti—traditionally, a decorative plaque bearing the verse: “I am ever mindful of the Lord’s presence”—and a topographic map of the land of Israel…

Contributor:

Moses Ganbash

Places:

Constantinople, Ottoman Empire (Istanbul, Türkiye)

Date:

1838–1839

Subjects:

Crafts, Art, Prayer & liturgy, Ritual objects, Mizrahi

Categories:

Decorative arts, Ritual Objects
Drawing on paper of hills, water with boat, and buildings, with Hebrew text on top and border with vines and architectural elements.