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About Claude Riedel Art

Claude Riedel has been creating stained glass windows and sculpture for more than 40 years.  His first Ner Tamid was crafted for his own congregation, Bet Shalom, Minnetonka, Minnesota in 1995.

The artistic journey is personal for Claude.  His grandfather was taken to Buchenwald on Kristalinacht (the night of broken glass) in Germany in 1938.

“I am inspired to put the shards of glass back together in new and meaningful ways. My energy is to take bits and pieces of myself – of the personal as well as the artistic parts – and make them into something more whole and holy.”

Custom Ner Tamid Creations

Claude Riedel has designed beautiful glass Ner Tamids for temples, synagogues, shuls, schools, memorial walls, and private chapels. He has also made eternal lights for other religious and spiritual communities.

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Testimonials

Claude Riedel Ner Tamid Studio
"During a lively committee meeting Claude reminded us that ceremonial art should ideally inspire and not distract from prayer. The Ner Tamid should be beautiful but not overtake our attention. He is able to weave between function, scriptural images and visual aspects of the piece. His work seems both ancient and modern. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
Amy Lange, Shir Tikvah art committee
Dear Claude, I wish you could hear all the wonderful comments on the Ner Tamid. It gives an aura of spirituality that emanates, and our congregation loves it. I am so impressed by the way you worked on our project. Your artistry is beautiful and synthesized meaning through the design. Thank you so much! We are blessed to have had you contribute to our sanctuary.
Nancy Rose Stanley
Claude Riedel Art

Available Ner Tamids

Most Ner Tamids will be created with you and your congregation’s input. Occasionally, an already completed piece will match your needs perfectly. 

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