TORAH POINTER. Origin uncertain, probably Central Europe, 19th century.
AUCTION 13 |
Tuesday, June 26th,
2001 at 1:00
Important Hebrew Printed Books and Manuscripts Together With Fine Graphic and Ceremonial Art
Lot 20
TORAH POINTER.
Origin uncertain, probably Central Europe, 19th century.
Est: $500 - $700
PRICE REALIZED $650
Three pointers from Danzig, similarly, have a hand holding an arm; two are discussed by R. Grafman in Crowning Glory: Silver Torah Ornaments of the Jewish Museum (1996) Nos. 527, 529, p. 294. Note the detail on this Yad: even the fingernails are indicated.