About Me
I am David Grushko, a basketry artist who lives in Ofra, Israel (near Jerusalem). I was born in Paris and raised in the spirit of French æsthetics. At the age of 18, I began studying electronics, but I soon switched to homeopathy, that I still practice in parallel to my art career. I learned basketry techniques from Hertzel Auster, one of Israel’s foremost basket weavers.
I believe that art is a superior tool for connecting the spiritual and material worlds and for revealing my innermost self. As an artist, I feel that the various facets that comprise my sense of self are displayed and expressed in my works.
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In deepest thought I wove ideas we knew
Refreshing hearts and making souls glad, too.
Amid the branches notions will break through
Connecting walls in many dreams, it’s true.
Featured products
WOVEN BASKET, made of PALM stems, Hand made, Home table Decor
$25.00
Dimensions: Height: 4 cm./1.6 in. , Length(with handle): 45 cm./17.6 in.
It is a fascinating serving dish, authentic and essential for imparting a natural, living atmosphere to your table. The original earth tones of the date stems that form the basket instill a sense of calm and peacefulness to your home and household.
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The Basket is made from the finest natural materials. The Palm tree branches grow in Israel at the Jordan Valley. I collect them in the autumn, I treat the fronds and keep them dry and warm for 6 months before I start to weave the branches into a functional piece of art.
Blog posts
NATURAL MATERIALS FOR BASKET WEAVING
THE SECRET OF ART
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