Friday, December 11th, 2009 | New York, Shop, Style

Put a modern twist on a traditional holiday

By Zoe

skyline MenWho knew the festival of lights could be so fashionable? Well with these fabulous Menorahs, you could defiantly add a little oh-la-la into your Jewish holiday.

One artist–Jonathan Adler–is doing just that. Adler first tried his hand at pottery during summer camp when at twelve years-old. After begging his parents to buy him his own wheel & kiln, Adler spent his teenage years in the basement throwing pots.

His first commercial pottery venture occurred in 1994 when he sold some of his pots to Barney’s. Adler traveled Peru in 1997 to a workshop by the sea and a creative tsunami ensued. Adler launched his first boutique in New York’s SoHo district, and between 2002 and 2005, he expanded his collection to furniture and home accessories. Adler also spearheaded five new stores across the country.

The Menorah has a modern shape for a traditional form and is created from polished nickel & hand-welded at right angles.

Pictures from above, skyline menorah by Jonathan Adler  $125; nine-piece concrete menorah (below) by Marit Meisler. Both available here.

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