The Halpern Judaica Collection: Tradition and Treasure | Part III
The Halpern Judaica Collection: Tradition and Treasure | Part III
A Large Polish Silver Spice Tower, Dated 1771
Auction Closed
December 14, 05:23 PM GMT
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
domed base, square chamber pierced and engraved with formal flowers, topped by a belfry and flag, side and base with Hebrew inscription of husband and wife and date, apparently unmarked
Height: 11 in., 28 cm
On the side, the inscription reads: “The year 'Who creates varieties of spices' [5531 (1771)].”
At the base: “This belongs to Meir Brück[?], of blessed memory, and his wife Mrs. Eidele, may she live, of Dreißigacker.”