Auction 57 · Lot 371
BEZALEL CARPET.
- Estimate
- $400–$600
- Hammer price
- $550
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
The central panel of this machine pile weave chenille rug depicts Theodor Herzl leaning on a balcony overlooking a stream of pilgrims approaching the Old City of Jerusalem, at sunrise. The border includes foliate patterns and a Star of David. 43.5 x 24.5 inches. (without fringe).
summary
See A. Felton, Jewish Carpets: A History and Guide (1997) p. 73 and Yeshiva University Museum Catalogue, Theodor Herzl (1998) no. 150.