Introduction
About the Artist
A'huvim Ketubot
A'huvim Metal Work Ketubah (Copper)
A'huvim Metal Work Ketubah (Silver)
Illustrated Ketubah in Silver and Copper
Seasons Watercolor Litho
Pesukim Ketubah
Eretz Ketubah
Two-Color Lithographs
The Seven Blessings - Silver and Copper

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A New Concept in Ketubah Art

For over two thousand years, the covenant between a Jewish man and wife has been confirmed in a Ketubah. In this legal document, witnesses attest to the exchange of the sacred vows and promises of the couple.

According to Jewish tradition, when a vessel or an object is necessary for the fulfillment of a commandment, we honor the commandment by using only the best and the most beautiful objects. Because the Ketubah is one of the objects through which a Jewish couple is joined in marriage, it is elevated from a plain document to an artistic creation.

As a legal instrument, there are strict laws governing the words of a Ketubah. But as an item of artistry, the Ketubah artist is free to fashion imaginative and wondrous designs and embellishments.

Today, the Ketubah flourishes as a beautiful contemporary expression of Jewish art. With illuminations and ornamentation, the document which sanctifies the vows of marriage also serves as a source of beauty and a visible symbol of a Jewish home

Artist Gad Almaliah's vision

To take the ancient document of commitment by husband and wife, and combine its text with a special contemporary look -- has resulted in a new style of Ketubot, unavailable anywhere else, and unlike any other artwork.

Gad Almaliah was born and raised in Jerusalem. He graduated from the Bezalel Academy of Art in Jerusalem and studied at the school of Visual Arts in New York City. The Mexican Government sponsored him to work with Mexican Artists at the University of Mexico. Gad served as president of the Graphic Designer's Association of Israel for 15 years. Gad has designed postal stamps for the Israeli, United States and Mexican Postal Services. In addition, the Israeli Government commissioned him to design coins and medals as well as the emblem for the six day war. He has produced books on design and numerous posters. Currently, Gad resides in Boston. He designs and produces Judaic sculpture and ritual objects. He is on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts in New York City where he teaches design.