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A Challah Cover, 19th century
估價
500 - 700 USD
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描述
- 20 x 20 inches
crocheted cotton (shown photographed on a black ground).
height 22 1/2 in.; width 24 in.
57.1 cm; 61 cm
Embellished with Hebrew inscriptions in honor of the Sabbath and the opening words of the Kiddush prayer. Further decorated with a wine decanter and goblet and two candelabras for the Sabbath candles as well as floral motifs. A similar example in the collection of the Joods Historisch Museum, Amsterdam, (JHM 1136).
RELATED LITERATURE:
Daniel M. Swetschinski, Orphan Objects: Facets of the Textiles Collection of the Joods Historisch Museum, Amsterdam, 1997, p.109
height 22 1/2 in.; width 24 in.
57.1 cm; 61 cm
Embellished with Hebrew inscriptions in honor of the Sabbath and the opening words of the Kiddush prayer. Further decorated with a wine decanter and goblet and two candelabras for the Sabbath candles as well as floral motifs. A similar example in the collection of the Joods Historisch Museum, Amsterdam, (JHM 1136).
RELATED LITERATURE:
Daniel M. Swetschinski, Orphan Objects: Facets of the Textiles Collection of the Joods Historisch Museum, Amsterdam, 1997, p.109
Condition
Slight overall staining.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.