Judaica, Fine Art and Silverware
Lot 20632:
Dimensions
Height – 24 cm
Provenance
Estate of Prof. Victor Deutsch
Details
The backplate engraved with geometric and foliate motifs, terminating in a crown form, with two attached cut and engraved birds, fronted by an engraved square oil pan.
Condition
Consistent with age.
Notes
For similar pieces, see “La Vie Juive au Maroc”, The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, 1973, p. 45.
The “Kandil”, a memorial oil lamp for women, was kept in the home for the first year after the deceased had passed away and used on the Sabbath and holiday, after which it was given to the Synagogue.
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