Of filigree with basket-weave borders, quadruple-tiered crown and spire. Fitted with complete <<manuscript Hebrew scroll of Esther>> composed on vellum. Length: 16 inches (40.6 cm).
Auction 90 |
Tuesday, July 21st,
2020 at 1:00pm
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Graphic & Ceremonial Arts
Lot 14
OTTOMAN SILVER-GILT ESTHER SCROLL CASE.
Of filigree with basket-weave borders, quadruple-tiered crown and spire. Fitted with complete <<manuscript Hebrew scroll of Esther>> composed on vellum. Length: 16 inches (40.6 cm).
Izmir(?), 19th-century
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
PRICE REALIZED $9,500
<<Provenance:>> From the collection of a prominent, pre-war Frankfurt Jewish family (details of which will be provided to the successful bidder).