Or in Tanakh. Or the Talmud. It emerges centuries later as a decorative motif. In the Middle Ages, it’s picked up in mystical circles. By the 17th and 18th centuries, it appears on synagogue walls.

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This object is an original pen and ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Souvenir pennant with stamped image ...