Kiddush Levanah.

AUCTION 57 | Thursday, January 31st, 2013 at 1:00

Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art

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Lot 312

(POLAND).

Kiddush Levanah.

Oil on masonite. Inscribed “Krakow” by the artist alongside his indecipherable signature. Framed. 49.5 x 37.5 inches.

Krakow, circa 1930:

Est: $4,000 - $6,000

PRICE REALIZED $4,500

Large painting depicting a group of Jews blessing the New Moon. The ceremony is undertaken outdoors at night when the moon is waxing, between the 3rd and 15th day of the Jewish month. The subject on the left looks heavenward, the use of candle-light as a highlighting technique expertly deployed by this artist who is yet to be determined.