Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts presents: From Darkness into Light: Claude Riedel and the Art of the Ner Tamid, on view January 27- March 27, 2022.
Exhibition reception and artist talk: February 19, 2022, 5:30-8:30pm
The exhibition can be viewed in-person at Foci MCGA Gallery or online at www.mnglassart.org/
From Darkness into Light: Claude Riedel and the Art of the Ner Tamid features a retrospective of artworks by Minneapolis based artist Claude Riedel. Riedel is recognized internationally for crafting Ner Tamids, or “eternal light”, the essential piece that hangs above the ark in synagogues. The powerful symbol of the eternal light resonates immensely with Riedel, honoring his Jewish heritage and family history of German immigrant Holocaust surviors. For 25 years, Riedel has been creating Ner Tamids, incorporating elements of stained glass, blown glass, found objects, metalwork and cast bronze.The intricate designs are rich with Judaic symbolism such as the Tree of Life, the Burning Bush and the Star of David. Riedel collaborates with glass artisans and metal workers to craft these singular awe-inspiring pieces to specially fit each architectural setting. His work is found in over 175 congregations large and small across the globe. When used in ceremony, Riedel’s extraordinary Ner Tamids behold the light on the eternal flame, “I seek a radiant purity of light which inspires and calms the spirit of the worshipper”.
Location: 2213 Snelling Ave, Minneapolis, MN,
Gallery hours: Friday-Monday 10am-4pm and Tuesday- Thursday 10am-6pm.
More information at mnglassart.org.
Established in 2009, Foci MCGA proudly represents a vibrant arts community as Minnesota’s only public access studio and education center. Our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is located in South Minneapolis and offers a full glass studio curriculum taught by artists locally and nationally recognized, as well as programming for youth, corporate group experiences, events, and exhibitions. Our goal is to be a safe space for all to feel welcome and engaged, creating experiences that motivate curiosity, build excitement, and advance mastery.
