Group of four. Lavishly embroidered with scrollwork. Jewel toned velvet bags and cords. Hebrew inscriptions and English character monogram. Range: 9-11 x 6-9 inches.
AUCTION 57 |
Thursday, January 31st,
2013 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art
Lot 370
MOROCCAN EMROIDERED TALLITH AND TEFILLIN BAGS.
Group of four. Lavishly embroidered with scrollwork. Jewel toned velvet bags and cords. Hebrew inscriptions and English character monogram. Range: 9-11 x 6-9 inches.
c. 1870’s (late 19th century)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
PRICE REALIZED $1,500
Bags from central Morocco, decorated with traditional gold-threaded embroidery, featuring names including: Tzion Darmon, Or-Li Danon and Eliyahu Kazoualid.