Monday, July 9, 2012

Kabbalah


This attention-getting building is on Albany Avenue in Hartford's North End.  I don't know a thing about it.

Does this count as a mural?  I don't know that, either.  To see other real murals, click here.
at

22 comments:

  1. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comJuly 9, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    Clearly there is no homeowners' association with an architectural control committee that has to approve the paint color for homes in this neighborhood. The diversity is refreshing.

    ReplyDelete
  2. KateJuly 9, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Very colorful. Why is the map of Africa part of the decor?

    ReplyDelete
  3. BirdmanJuly 9, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    What an attractive building! So neat too.It counts!

    ReplyDelete
  4. LowellJuly 9, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    This is wild. Kabbalah is Jewish mysticism. The building in the back says "Tikkun Olam," which means "Heal the world."

    You've got something here, Jack. Better check it out!

    ReplyDelete
  5. brattcatJuly 9, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    will you go back and have a taste of the cuisine and let us know?

    ReplyDelete
  6. Tanya BreeseJuly 9, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    i like this one a lot too!

    ReplyDelete
  7. MalyssJuly 9, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Certainly eye-attractive!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Sylvia KJuly 9, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    You do find the good ones, Jack! How colorful! If you get around to exploring it let us know! Have a great week!

    Sylvia

    ReplyDelete
  9. SharonJuly 9, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    I say it counts! What a colorful building.

    ReplyDelete
  10. LoisJuly 9, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    I like all those colors and yes, I think this definitely counts as a mural!

    ReplyDelete
  11. AndyJuly 9, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    It's the perfect way to brighten up the neighbourhood.

    ReplyDelete
  12. PerthDailyPhotoJuly 9, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    African food can be really 'interesting'. We have a restaurant here called 'Hippo Creek' too much meat!!

    ReplyDelete
  13. LorelleJuly 9, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Fun and festive! I love the off beat colors.

    ReplyDelete
  14. RedPatJuly 9, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Yup - this counts. Isn't Madonna into Kabbalah?

    ReplyDelete
  15. cieldequimperJuly 9, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Hey wait: I have to THINK about this first.

    ReplyDelete
  16. ArtandArchitecture-SF.comJuly 9, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Love this. The colors just make you want to smile.

    ReplyDelete
  17. MildredJuly 9, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    It's so beautiful and colorful!
    Yes, I'd say it counts much!
    Thanks for sharing, Jack;o)

    ***
    Have a nice week****

    ReplyDelete
  18. RandyJuly 9, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    You can't miss that one!

    ReplyDelete
  19. Oakland Daily PhotoJuly 10, 2012 at 1:34 AM

    It counts if you decide it counts. Wiki tells me that "tikkun olam" is a Hebrew phrase that means "repairing the world" (or "healing and restoring the world"). And I know that Kabbalah (yes, Madonna practices this philosophy) is a old mystical tradition in Judaism. Now, why Africa is featured on the cafe, I don't know. But I think you should find out and report back to us. In the meantime, I thank you for contributing to Monday Mural.

    ReplyDelete
  20. Cezar and LéiaJuly 10, 2012 at 3:37 AM

    What a cool facade with so attractive colors!
    Léia

    ReplyDelete
  21. UnknownJuly 10, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Very interesting - not at all what comes to mind when I think of Hartford. Thanks for opening my mind to the diversity of your lovely city.

    ReplyDelete
  22. 1October 3, 2012 at 12:06 AM

    It's a community center with regular events. It has a map of Africa on it because it's a statement of pride. There's a beautiful rock garden in the back.

    ReplyDelete