Inscribed in Hebrew around base: “If I Forget thee, O Jerusalem…” (Psalms 137:5.). Old City scene carved on hinged lid. Small chips at corner. Length: 3 1/2 inches.
AUCTION 44 |
Thursday, June 25th,
2009 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Hebrew Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art
Lot 335
RARE TORTOISE-SHELL AND HORN SNUFF-BOX.
Ertetz Israel, circa 1880.
Inscribed in Hebrew around base: “If I Forget thee, O Jerusalem…” (Psalms 137:5.). Old City scene carved on hinged lid. Small chips at corner. Length: 3 1/2 inches.
Est: $700 - $1,000
PRICE REALIZED $500
Misu unusual to be fashioned in this format and not in the far more common form of oli-wood.