Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney: The Story of a Visual Heritage
Dr Jana Vytrhlik
Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney is an important publication showcasing Australia’s visual heritage of fine Judaica objects, artworks, and unique synagogue architecture.
In 1844, 180 years ago, the emerging Sydney Jewish congregation consecrated the first synagogue designed and built in Australia. Three decades later, in 1874, architect Thomas Rowe won the design competition with his bold vision for the new Great Synagogue, one of the most admired Victorian buildings in Australia. These significant events prepared the way for the future development of a distinct Australian Jewish visual identity.
For the first time, Jana Vytrhlik in her book Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney brings to light stories of long lost synagogues and the hidden past of art, artefacts, and architecture. Richly illustrated, this book reveals the presence of a Jewish cultural heritage and important synagogue architecture in Sydney.
Dr Jana Vytrhlik
Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney is an important publication showcasing Australia’s visual heritage of fine Judaica objects, artworks, and unique synagogue architecture.
In 1844, 180 years ago, the emerging Sydney Jewish congregation consecrated the first synagogue designed and built in Australia. Three decades later, in 1874, architect Thomas Rowe won the design competition with his bold vision for the new Great Synagogue, one of the most admired Victorian buildings in Australia. These significant events prepared the way for the future development of a distinct Australian Jewish visual identity.
For the first time, Jana Vytrhlik in her book Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney brings to light stories of long lost synagogues and the hidden past of art, artefacts, and architecture. Richly illustrated, this book reveals the presence of a Jewish cultural heritage and important synagogue architecture in Sydney.
Dr Jana Vytrhlik
Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney is an important publication showcasing Australia’s visual heritage of fine Judaica objects, artworks, and unique synagogue architecture.
In 1844, 180 years ago, the emerging Sydney Jewish congregation consecrated the first synagogue designed and built in Australia. Three decades later, in 1874, architect Thomas Rowe won the design competition with his bold vision for the new Great Synagogue, one of the most admired Victorian buildings in Australia. These significant events prepared the way for the future development of a distinct Australian Jewish visual identity.
For the first time, Jana Vytrhlik in her book Treasures of Old Jewish Sydney brings to light stories of long lost synagogues and the hidden past of art, artefacts, and architecture. Richly illustrated, this book reveals the presence of a Jewish cultural heritage and important synagogue architecture in Sydney.
