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Auction 7 · Lot 88
EMBROIDERED MATZAH BAG. Probably Eastern Europe, late 19th - early 20th century.
- Estimate
- $500–$700
- Hammer price
- $850
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
Round three layered cotton bag. In center, embroidered in silk, Hebrew inscription: “Next Year in Jerusalem”, framed by wreath of yellow and lilac flowers; above, gold crown with sequins, flanked by “Passover” inscription. At edge, metallic ribbon trim; large handmade lace border. The three layers each feature a tab emboidered with the names of the Matzoth which they hold. Framed in gilt wooden frame. Diam: 587mm. Not examined out of frame. Stained and repaired
summary
For similar examples, see The Jewish Museum Catalogue, Fabric of Jewish Life (1977) no. 209.