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Auction 11 · Lot 310
BRASS CHARITY BOX Germany, ca. 1920.
- Estimate
- $5,000–$7,000
- Hammer price
- Not recorded
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
On four angled feet, cast rectangular box with stepped angled corners, tapered top with coin slot. Cast brass vertical handle at either side. The front and back bear, in German and Hebrew, the inscription “Jewish National Fund” separated by a Star of David. Base with removable disc for access to interior. H: 220mm.
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summary
The linear style of this object reflects the artistic taste of its time. Another example of this charity box was sold at Phillips, Judaica, 26th November 1996, Lot 104