A cast six pointed star surmounted by baluster section, with pendant drip bowl on short faceted rod. Rod with upper hook and cast duck terminal supports lamp, which hangs from arched element. L: 490mm without rod.

Estimate: $600–$800
Hammer price: $500

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HANGING BRASS SABBATH LAMP. Germany, 19th century.

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The form of this lamp is based on the medieval German bronze Sabbath lamp, known as the “Judenstern,” with its star-form oil container. The Berlin Museum collection includes two very similar lamps; see Judaica Katalog, (1989), No. 200 and 201, p. 300

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A cast six pointed star surmounted by baluster section, with pendant drip bowl on short faceted rod. Rod with upper hook and cast duck terminal supports lamp, which hangs from arched element. L: 490mm without rod.

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