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Via Maris is a New York-based Judaica brand that designs contemporary ritual objects for Jewish homes and beyond. The shop offers menorahs, mezuzahs, Shabbat candleholders, seder plates, and more, all created within a Modernist design tradition.
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About Via Maris
Headquarters
New York City, USA
Main assortment
Chanukiahs, mezuzahs, Shabbat candleholders, seder plates, Kiddush cups, candles
Design style
Modernist, Bauhaus-influenced
Charitable giving
1% of annual sales donated, currently to United Hatzalah
Manufacturing
ISO 9001 certified factory, ICTI certified
Mezuzah scrolls
Handmade by female Soferets in Israel
Newsletter discount
10% off first purchase upon sign-up
Currency
Multiple currencies supported, default GBP
Via Maris positions itself in the premium segment, targeting design-conscious Jewish consumers who find traditional Judaica aesthetically disconnected from contemporary living. The brand draws on Bauhaus-influenced design principles to reinterpret ritual objects that have existed for thousands of years, making them feel relevant and functional in a modern home. Beyond aesthetics, the company operates with an explicit ethical framework: it donates 1% of annual sales to charitable causes, sources kosher mezuzah scrolls from female scribes in Israel, and works with certified manufacturing partners. The shop also welcomes non-Jewish customers who are drawn to the cultural objects independently of religious practice.
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Seasonal Friends and Family Sale with discounts across the full collection.
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Via Maris in the news
Recent updates and background about Via Maris, summarised in our own words.
The Trace Chanukiah: a steel reinterpretation of a classic form
Via Maris offers the Trace Chanukiah, a steel nine-candle Chanukah menorah with removable candle cups that brings a modern aesthetic to the traditional Chanukiah form.
Glass Chanukiah: borosilicate design for the Festival of Lights
The Glass Chanukiah by Via Maris is crafted from borosilicate glass using flamework techniques and is designed for oil candles, with each glass contour glowing when lit.
Block Chanukiah: cast aluminum with built-in candle storage
Via Maris's Block Chanukiah is a heavy cast aluminum chanukiah that includes a storage compartment holding all 44 Chanukah candles needed for the full eight-night festival.
Summaries by Image Review based on publicly available sources and our own editing. External links may contain affiliate links.
What others ask about Via Maris
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Is Via Maris a reliable webshop?
Via Maris is a Modernist Judaica brand based in New York City with a transparent ethical policy, including charitable giving and certified manufacturing partners. Orders are processed through Global-e as the merchant of record, which provides an additional layer of consumer protection.
Does Via Maris ship internationally?
Via Maris supports a large number of international currencies and uses Global-e as its merchant of record, which strongly suggests international shipping is available. Exact shipping terms and destinations can be found on the shop's dedicated shipping page.
What is the return policy at Via Maris?
Via Maris has a returns section listed on its website. Customers are advised to consult the Returns page directly for the specific conditions and timeframes that apply to their order.
Can I get a discount at Via Maris?
Via Maris offers 10% off a first purchase when signing up for the newsletter. The site also runs promotional sales events, such as the Friends and Family Sale visible on the homepage.
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