On domed base, with textured top, orb with six protruding openings supports figure of man with hands in pockets, prominent chin and nose, wearing small hat. H: 260mm. Some wear.
AUCTION 11 |
Tuesday, November 28th,
2000 at 1:00
Important Hebrew Printed Books and Manuscripts From the Library of the London Beth Din
Lot 334
PIPE HOLDER IN FORM OF FIGURE OF AJEW
Germany, 19th century
On domed base, with textured top, orb with six protruding openings supports figure of man with hands in pockets, prominent chin and nose, wearing small hat. H: 260mm. Some wear.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
PRICE REALIZED $800
The mocking quality of this figure expresses the anti-Semitic nature of its maker.