Auction 35 · Lot 316
On round base with foliate band above lip, square sectioned drawer for spices supports four vertical bars topped by square pierced element; sliding central platform bears round candleholder. Composed of two sections; base marked. H: 6 3/4”
- Estimate
- $1,500–$2,500
- Hammer price
- $3,750
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
author
SILVER HAVDALAH COMPENDIUM.
Publication
19th century
summary
The concept of combining several ceremonial requirements of the Havdalah ceremony into one beautifully designed object is uniquely German. For a similar object, see R.D. Barnett, Jewish Museum (London) Catalogue (1974) number 408, pl. CXXVII, p. 77.