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Jewish Art Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish art and artists?

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The earliest pieces of Jewish art were religious objects — Torah adornments, marriage certificates, tombstones–that were illuminated. Relatively recently, “art for art’s sake” became a concept — and the Jewish world quickly adapted, producing such notable talents as Marc Chagall and Yaacov Agam. How much do you know about Jewish art?

Question 1 of 10
How did Moshe Kupferman express his experience in Polish concentration camps through his paintings?
Question 2 of 10
True or False: Jewish papercutting has always been limited to very rare items or ritual objects.
Question 3 of 10
Who is often thought of as the "first Jewish painter?"
Question 4 of 10
The Dura Europos synagogue is known for its
Question 5 of 10
An 18th century illustrated Book of Esther shows Queen Vashti portrayed as
Question 6 of 10
Some Jewish homes have a mizrach hanging on the wall, which is meant to remind people
Question 7 of 10
Which artist thought of himself as "Roosevelt's soldier with a pen"?
Question 8 of 10
What are teraphim?
Question 9 of 10
Which Jewish artist designed the stained-glass windows for the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center?
Question 10 of 10
Which of the following is an example of Hellenistic influence over Jewish art?
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