Hexagonal bronze vase, broadest at flat base, with silver inlay forming arches and geometric bands. “Bezalel” (in Hebrew) inlaid at base of one panel. H: 165mm.

Estimate: $600–$900
Hammer price: $950

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BRONZE AND SILVER VASE Bezalel School, Jerusalem, before 1948.

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The directors of the Bezalel school in Jerusalem were successful in training their students in silversmithing techniques which were native to the region. This is an excellent example of the type of inlay known as Damascene work.

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Hexagonal bronze vase, broadest at flat base, with silver inlay forming arches and geometric bands. “Bezalel” (in Hebrew) inlaid at base of one panel. H: 165mm.

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