Lot 20
  • 20

Middle Eastern painted wood Torah case with silver top and finials, probably Jerusalem, dated 1879

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Mirrored glass, wood, silver
  • height 38 1/2 in.
  • 98 cm.
painted with floral motifs and view of Rachel's tomb, the interior with polychrome inscriptions flanked by flowers, fitted with a parchment scroll.  Together with a pair of small finials, chased with flowers and strapwork, and a breastplate-form amulet, Warsaw, 1876, 4 pieces.

Condition

Shows scuffing and wear, silver with a split and dents.
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