Auction 32 · Lot 367
SILVER BINDING Bezalel School
- Estimate
- $2,000–$2,500
- Hammer price
- $2,500
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
Silver, front chased with depictions of grapevines and swirls surroundng central embossed depiction of Moses with the Tablets of the Law set within arched frame with filigree trim and cabochon amber stone. Applique bosses at either upper corner. Spine bears Hebrew title and similar ornamentation; back depicts band of Symbols of Twelve Tribes surrounding central Star of David mirror, and four applique bosses at corners. Clasp bear engraved inscription: Bezalel Jerusalem. L: 4 3/4”
summary
Hebrew Bible bound in, inscribed by David Ben Gurion to ”The Honorable G. Mennen Williams, Governor of Michigan, in deep appreciation.”