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Interior -  Choral Synagogue
Moscow, Russia

The recently-restored interior is a fine example of the Moorish style that can be seen in synagogues across Eastern Europe, with Arabesque moldings and murals.

Front





Moorish style ceiling.


Mosaic


Mosaic
















Menorah in front of Holy Ark



















Palmettes


Photos and their arrangement © 2010 Chuck LaChiusa
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