Taka Athena

Taka Athena made metalwork that tells stories, like the shiny plaque showing how Archangel Michael helped take Jericho. She copied old designs, but her skill made them fresh—even the animals on her ornaments look alive. In 1959 she turned a Bible scene into art you can touch, not just look at. Find her *Archangel Michael helps in the capture of Jericho* in the metalwork section and run your fingers over the raised patterns; you’ll feel the drama she wove into metal.