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Auction 7 · Lot 13
SILVERPLATE HANUKKAH LAMP. Norblin Silversmiths, Warsaw, Poland, 19th - 20th century.
- Estimate
- $1,000–$1,200
- Hammer price
- $1,000
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
Standing lamp in two sections, the lower consisting of square candlestick on four legs, with fluted surfaces, and wreathed cartouches on base, base of column, and square shaft; square candleholder at top holds upper section, consisting of central shaft from which emanate, at either side, four semi-circular arms with foliate ornamentation, each bearing matching square candleholder. Central shaft rises further to bear depiction of open prayerbook engraved with text of blessings recited when kindling Menorah. Servant light slides into channel at front. No marks found. H: 518mm.
summary
The firm of Norblin Metal Works was well known in Warsaw. This was their own design, which can be seen in their catalogue.
