Lot 83
  • 83

Three glass Kiddush cups, probably Bohemian, mid-19th Century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Glass
  • height 5 1/2 in.
  • 14 cm.
the first of buttressed and panel clear glass with gilt rim and gilt Yiddish inscription, engraved with a view of a synagogue, the second ruby glass engraved with landscape with running deer and inscribed for Passover, inscription possibly later, the third of ruby glass body engraved with a menorah within wreath and inscribed for the new year. Together with another paneled clear glass with later ruby glass inscription, 4 pieces. 

Condition

Gilding rubbed on first
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