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Auction 4 · Lot 270

H: 280mm

Estimate
$6,000–$7,000
Hammer price
Not recorded

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

author

GERMAN-STYLE SILVER CHANUKAH LAMP.

Publication

Late 19th century

Description

Cylindrical pillars supporting arched gate with central pierced disc, surmounted by lintel consisting of a box with eight compartments, hinged lid with holes for wicks, small pierced backplate supporting removable servant-light. Set on platform with 4 ball supports. Russian markings.

summary

After a popular German 18th-century style lamp. See Israel Museum Catalogue, The Stieglitz Collection, no. 139.1 (illustrated)
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