Hand Painted Wood Travel Menorah, Oriental Floral

• Hand painted wood
• Folds for travel
• 8.5" x 1" open
• Fits standard candles
• Bird and floral motif
• Hanukkah gift

Intro

Carry the light of Hanukkah with you with this folding travel menorah, hand painted in a rich oriental floral design with a small white bird set among the branches. Vines, blossoms and berries wind across every panel in deep blues, golds and greens, giving the piece the feel of a miniature painted garden. The bird motif and dense floral pattern echo a long tradition of nature imagery in Jewish decorative art, symbolizing peace and renewal. Designed by Jerusalem artist Yair Emanuel, whose work has brought color to Jewish homes for over two decades.

Build and Use

Made of hand painted wood, the menorah folds flat into a compact case measuring about 5 x 1 x 1.5 inches for travel, and opens to 8.5 x 1 x 1.5 inches to hold a full row of standard Hanukkah candles for all eight nights. Skilled artisans apply the floral and bird design by hand to each panel before the piece is assembled and hinged. Light in weight and small enough to slip into a bag, it holds its shape firmly once opened.

Gift Ideas

This travel menorah makes a thoughtful Hanukkah gift for a student, soldier, or anyone who spends the holiday away from home. Its compact size and detailed painting also suit it as a housewarming or wedding gift for a couple building their own Hanukkah traditions. It works equally well as a gift for a bar or bat mitzvah, or simply for someone who collects fine Judaica.

Care Instructions

Wipe the painted wood surface gently with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. Avoid water and household cleaners, which can dull the painted finish, and keep the menorah away from direct heat or open flame contact.