Discover original handcrafted Judaica and Jewish ritual objects created by California metal sculptor Rhonda Kap. Working primarily in copper and bronze, Rhonda brings contemporary metal sculpture together with Jewish tradition to create meaningful objects for holidays, Shabbat, remembrance, celebrations, homes, and sacred spaces.
Her Judaic artwork includes menorahs, Havdalah sets, Kiddush cups, Tzedakah boxes, Seder pieces, Miriam Cups, Elijah Cups, Yahrzeit memorial lights, Mezuzot, and other ceremonial objects.
Each piece reflects Rhonda’s distinctive approach to metal sculpture and her experience creating Judaica for individuals, families, synagogues, and Jewish communities in California and throughout the United States.
Original Copper & Bronze Judaica
Jewish ritual objects can carry meaning across generations while also becoming distinctive works of art within the home or synagogue.
Rhonda creates Judaica primarily from copper and bronze, shaping the metal by hand to produce texture, dimension, movement, and organic forms. Rather than relying on mass-production methods, her work reflects the individual character of handcrafted metal sculpture.
Her Judaica ranges from pieces associated with weekly traditions to artwork created for major Jewish holidays, remembrance, and other meaningful occasions.
Those interested in an original piece designed for a particular purpose can also learn about Rhonda’s custom metal art commissions.
Handcrafted Mezuzot
A Mezuzah can be both a meaningful Jewish ritual object and a distinctive artistic element at the entrance to a home or sacred space.
Rhonda creates handcrafted copper and bronze Mezuzot featuring sculptural details and artistic interpretations inspired by her approach to contemporary Judaic metalwork.
Her experience also includes larger commissioned Mezuzot created for synagogues, Jewish institutions, gates, and architectural entrances.
Explore Rhonda’s collection of handcrafted Mezuzot to view additional designs.
Judaica for Shabbat & Havdalah
Shabbat brings family, tradition, and ritual together each week, and handcrafted Judaica can become part of those traditions for years to come.
Rhonda’s work includes Kiddush cups and Havdalah sets incorporating elements such as a spice box, Kiddush cup, candleholder, and tray. Her sculptural approach allows these functional ceremonial objects to also serve as original works of art.
Visit Rhonda’s Shabbat Judaica collection to explore additional pieces created for Shabbat and Havdalah.
Menorahs & Judaica for Hanukkah
The menorah is one of the most recognizable objects associated with Jewish tradition and provides an opportunity to combine ceremonial function with original artistic expression.
Rhonda creates handcrafted menorahs in copper and bronze, bringing sculptural form and metalwork into the celebration of Hanukkah. Her Judaic artwork offers an alternative for those seeking something more individual than a mass-produced ceremonial object.
Explore Rhonda’s Hanukkah and Jewish holiday artwork for additional pieces.
Passover Seder Art, Miriam Cups & Elijah Cups
Rhonda’s Judaic artwork also includes pieces created for the Passover Seder table, including Seder plates, Elijah Cups, and Miriam Cups.
In 1997, Ma’yan: The Jewish Women’s Project invited Rhonda to join one hundred women from around the world in designing a new ritual object: a Miriam Cup. Her piece was among ten featured in Moment Magazine in the article “Miriam Joins Elijah at the Seder.”
Rhonda’s Seder artwork reflects the opportunity to bring contemporary artistic expression into traditions that hold deep personal, family, and religious meaning.
Tzedakah Boxes & Yahrzeit Memorial Art
Jewish ritual objects can also represent generosity, remembrance, and the honoring of loved ones.
Rhonda has created handcrafted Tzedakah boxes as well as Yahrzeit memorial lights. Through copper and bronze sculpture, these objects can combine ceremonial purpose with artistic form while becoming meaningful parts of a home or sacred environment.
For larger works created for congregations and Jewish institutions, explore Rhonda’s custom synagogue art, including Ner Tamids, large Mezuzot, Hebrew lettering, menorahs, and other ceremonial commissions.
Custom Judaica Commissions
A meaningful ritual object may be created for a particular family, celebration, tradition, memorial, synagogue, or sacred space. Rhonda accepts commissions for clients interested in original copper and bronze artwork created around a specific purpose or idea.
A custom Judaica commission may involve adapting the scale, imagery, symbolism, function, or overall artistic direction of a piece to suit its intended setting.
Whether you’re considering a custom menorah, Mezuzah, memorial piece, ceremonial object, synagogue installation, or another form of Judaic metal art, visit the Custom Metal Art Commissions page to learn more.
California Judaica Artist Serving Clients Nationwide
Rhonda is a California-based metal sculptor with decades of experience creating original copper and bronze artwork. She studied Judaic metal sculpture in Israel and later earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in metal sculpture from the San Francisco Art Institute.
Her Judaic work has been created for individuals, families, synagogues, and Jewish institutions in California and throughout the United States. Clients outside California are welcome to inquire about available artwork and custom commissions.
Learn more about Rhonda Kap, her artistic background, exhibitions, publications, awards, and commissioned work.
Handcrafted Judaica FAQs
What types of Judaica does Rhonda Kap create?
Rhonda’s work includes menorahs, Mezuzot, Kiddush cups, Havdalah sets, Tzedakah boxes, Seder pieces, Miriam Cups, Elijah Cups, Yahrzeit memorial lights, synagogue artwork, and other handcrafted Jewish ritual objects.
What materials are used to create Rhonda’s Judaica?
Rhonda works primarily with copper and bronze, using her background in metal sculpture to create individually handcrafted ceremonial and decorative pieces.
Can Rhonda create custom Judaica?
Yes. Rhonda accepts custom commissions and can discuss creating an original piece around a particular purpose, setting, tradition, or artistic idea.
Does Rhonda create Judaica for synagogues?
Yes. Rhonda has created commissioned artwork for synagogues and Jewish institutions, including Ner Tamids, large Mezuzot, Hebrew lettering, menorahs, Tzedakah boxes, and other ceremonial artwork.
Can clients outside California purchase or commission Judaica?
Yes. Rhonda is based in California and works with clients and Jewish communities throughout the United States.
Explore or Commission Original Judaica
Whether you are searching for a meaningful piece for your home, a Jewish holiday, a gift, a memorial, or a sacred space, Rhonda’s handcrafted copper and bronze Judaica brings together tradition and contemporary metal sculpture.
Explore the collections throughout the site or contact Rhonda to discuss available artwork, pricing, and custom commissions.