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Auction 13 · Lot 86
BRASS PICTURE FRAME. Bezalel School, Jerusalem, mid-20th century.
- Estimate
- $1,500–$2,000
- Hammer price
- $1,400
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
Rectangular frame, slightly broader at base, tripartite domed top. Embossed depiction of Queen of Sheba on terrace, flanked by flowering plants in amphorae, overlooking landscape of Jerusalem. At left, large palm trees; at top right, peacock bearing scroll. Labelled in Hebrew, at bottom center; at sides, marked “Bezalel Jerusalem.” H: 230mm. Hook for hanging and hinges for photo added.
summary
An uncommon, appealing product typical of the lyricism of Bezalel. A very similar frame, in silver, was sold by Kestenbaum & Company, Sale XI, November 28th, 2000, Lot 325.