Grandly carved lions flank the Decalogue with intitial Hebrew words; topped by gilt crown. 34 x 46 inches
AUCTION 37 |
Tuesday, June 26th,
2007 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art
Lot 310
LARGE PAINTED WOODEN SYNAGOGUE LIONS
American, 20th century
Grandly carved lions flank the Decalogue with intitial Hebrew words; topped by gilt crown. 34 x 46 inches
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
PRICE REALIZED $2,400
These rather ferocious lions adorned the top of the Ark of a synagogue in North Minneapolis that closed in 1973