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What secrets do the famous paintings whisper about Jewish life, history, and identity? The Hermitage is one of the world’s greatest museums - a place where you can get lost for days among breathtaking masterpieces. But what if I told you that behind many of these famous works of art hide incredible Jewish stories, symbols, and mysteries that most visitors never notice?

Join professional guide Evgenia Kempinski for a virtual journey through the Hermitage Museum, to explore its art collection through a fresh and fascinating Jewish lens. 

We’ll walk through the majestic, empty halls of the Hermitage museum in St. Petersburg and look closely at the paintings of European old masters.

Did you know that some Italian Renaissance artworks display Hebrew inscriptions? We’ll uncover what these texts can tell us about Jewish life in Italy centuries ago.

We’ll meet the unforgettable Jewish portraits painted by Rembrandt and speak about the unique impact of this artist over the Jewish self-identity.

Together, we’ll reveal subtle Jewish motifs, untold stories, and artistic hints that are often overlooked, even by seasoned visitors.

Evgenia Kempinski is a professional Jewish tour guide, born and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia.