Arch-form breastplate, repousse with foliate and scroll devices. Central framed vignette bears Hebrew inscription: “Holy to God” and Hebrew year 5576. With two apertures presumably for hanging device. Unmarked. 5.25 x 4.375 inches.

AUCTION 65 | Thursday, June 25th, 2015 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Ceremonial Objects and Graphic Art

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Lot 212
PETITE CONTINENTAL TORAH SHIELD.
Arch-form breastplate, repousse with foliate and scroll devices. Central framed vignette bears Hebrew inscription: “Holy to God” and Hebrew year 5576. With two apertures presumably for hanging device. Unmarked. 5.25 x 4.375 inches.

Inscribed 1816

Est: $2,000 - $3,000
PRICE REALIZED $1,800
For a similar example of a Torah Shield of this shape, size, date and design see, Crowning Glory: Silver Torah Ornaments of the Jewish Museum, New York, (1996) no. 168, Galicia (Poland/Ukraine), late 18th-early 19th century.