Auction 40 · Lot 303
BRASS PICTURE FRAME.
- Estimate
- $700–$900
- Hammer price
- Not recorded
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Publication
Bezalel School, Jerusalem, ca. 1920
Description
Rectangular frame, slightly broader at base, with tripartite domed top. Embossed depiction of Queen of Sheba on terrace, flanked by flowering plants in amphorae, overlooking landscape of Jerusalem. At left, palm trees; at top right, peacock bearing scroll. In center, rectangular depression. Labeled in Hebrew. Hook for hanging at back. H: 9 inches. Marked, Bezalel Jerusalem. Some wear
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