Huge mural of London Jewish life unveiled at JW3

Leon Fenster in front of the mural at JW3 (Photo: Blake Ezra)[Missing Credit]

In an interview with the JC, Fenster said the mural was “a collision of historical memories in a single space, an artwork that lets us inhabit our memories and dreams in the same way that we actually remember our memories within dreams. It's a kaleidoscope of the world of one community.”

William Gallinsky, director of programming at JW3, which commissioned the mural, said: “London has a diverse Jewish community, with history and stories to match. Now, more than ever, we need to ensure that rich tapestry is shared with the whole of London.

"What better way to be loud, and proud of our heritage, than by putting it up on the side of our home for the world to see? Leon has captured the depth and breadth of Jewish London in a beautiful artwork that we hope will create countless conversations about multicultural London.”

JW3 mural of Jewish London by Leon Fenster is unfurled by abseilers at JW3 (Photo: Blake Ezra)[Missing Credit]

Visitors are being invited to borrow a pair of binoculars to see if they can spot a diverse range of characters, including Jewish boxers, Daniel Mendoza and Harry Mizler, seven prominent rabbis and even a golem, a creature from Jewish folklore, warding off Nazi planes during the Blitz by hanging off St Paul’s Cathedral like King Kong. The most eagle-eyed observers may be able to spot the one character who appears twice.

The mural is due to be on display at least until autumn.

To discover what each part of the mural means, click here