Museum Mania

Ilana Goor Museum

Old Jaffe, Israel

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I usually hate museums, but...

The Ilana Goor Museum was fabulous.  Think Georgia O'Keeffe. Think strong statements, elements of nature. Think metal, stone.

Ilana Goor was born around 1935-36 in Tiberias Israel to an educated and talented family.  She developed for artistic techniques at an early age. Ilana is considered to be an international multifaceted, individualistic, self-taught intuitive artist. Her works encompass sculpture, furniture, lighting fixtures, practical implements, jewelry and fashion items (belts, etc).

Living with Art

One of the guideline behind the planning and design of the Museum, which also serves as the artist's home, is the concept on which it has been founded... the idea of art as part of life.

The Museum Building

It stands on a hill in Old Jaffa and is a work of art in its self. The building has seen fascinating historical events dating back over 280 years. Through its life it has served as the first Jewish inn for Jerusalem pilgrims. Later a soap and perfumes factory.

During renovation a unique amphorae (clay pitchers) ceiling constructed in the 18 century was discovered. The ceiling was constructed using the "beehive" technique.

Collections

The Museum's collections boast over 500 works of art, from Israel and throughout the world, plus those of Ilana Goor herself.

The following pieces are Ilana Goor's. I do not know about the other pieces, sorry.

 I think Ilana has captured my brain and put it on the wall - I'm fascinated. An art depiction of  CRS ("can't remember Sh..")

Detail of above

Piano and Chair

My brain on more messy days... Love this artist...

The Garden Terace

Ahh, to sit there for an hour with the gentle Mediterranean breezes...

 Neptune bested by the kids of today