Consisting of twisted shaft with engraved ribbon pattern, topped by reeded ball with finial holding hook and chain, and terminating in large cuff with cast hand with extended index finger. No marks found. L: 195mm. Chain later.
AUCTION 8 |
Tuesday, November 16th,
1999 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Books, Manuscripts and Works of Art
Lot 39
SILVER TORAH POINTER
Poland, 18th century.
Consisting of twisted shaft with engraved ribbon pattern, topped by reeded ball with finial holding hook and chain, and terminating in large cuff with cast hand with extended index finger. No marks found. L: 195mm. Chain later.
Est: $700 - $1,000
PRICE REALIZED $650
Note the naturalistic position of the extended index finger.