Dimensions: 560 cm x 90 cm x 305 cm high
Materials: Mahogany

This Torah ark, or Aron Kodesh, is definitely one of Kimchi’s most impressive works. The piece spans almost the entire width of the east wall of the historic Av-Shalom Tel Aviv synagogue. The hand-sculpted themes on either side of the central cabinet lead the viewer’s eye contiguously up towards the temple in Jerusalem, while jumping from section to section. These sculpted panels are actually doors to custom-fitted bookcases.

The Bimah was designed to wrap around a supporting column which is located directly in front of the Torah ark. Now instead of being an eyesore, the column and Bimah complete and enhance the overall composition.