The Twelve Tribe - Dov Lederberg

An assemblage of twelve original paintings
representing the names of the Tribes of Israel
as they were incised in the gemstones of
the golden Kho-shen חושן or breastplate of the High Priest.
Each painting reveals a unique style and
color palette, inspired by teachings
from the Midrash and Kabbalah.

Airbrush/acrylic on canvas on 12 mounted canvases:

62" x 48" (158 x 122 cm)
Other sizes and versions on special order

as well as paintings of individual names in Hebrew.

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DAN was inscribed on the Leshem, which some commentators
believe was a topaz. The stone (and the painting) have
"inverted" faces, hinting that from this tribe would come
many judges, who had to show impartiality in judging
rich and poor and examine every side of the issue.
So you can see one set of judges on the left and if
you stand on your head you can perceive another
set on the right. The banner of Dan also contained a
snake image, hence the suggestion of reptilian scales.

JUDAH was inscribed on the Nofech, which some
commentators believe was a bluish-green carbuncle.
The gem is said to have an efficacy in
achieving victory over one's enemies,
internal and external, which is a primary attribute
of Kingdom, as well as the Baal Tsuvah,
the Repenter, both of which are associated with Judah.
The desert banner of Judah contained a picture
of a crouching lion and a gestalt of its profile
may be discerned in the painting.

Efrayim and Menashe (Tishrei - Libra & Heshvan - Scorpio)

airbrush / acrylic on canvas

diptych 16” x 32” (40 x 80 cm)

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INSPIRED BY THE SACRED HEBREW LETTERS

All paintings are gallery wrapped on stretcher (no staples shown) and can be hung without external frame. Each painting is within a limited series or "family" of similar (but never exactly the same) variations and can be considered an original. Other sizes and color combinations (within same proportions) may be available on special order. Please call or email.