Auction 68 · Lot 13
NORTH AFRICAN BRASS CHANUKAH LAMP.
- Estimate
- $1,200–$1,800
- Hammer price
- $1,000
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Publication
19th century
Description
Rectangular backplate with broad tendrils and eight Moorish architecture-inspired openwork arches, rising to a peak with suspension ring. Fronted by removable oil-font tray, with servant light above. The whole supported by prominent drip-pan. 8.75 x 10.5 inches.
summary
For a very similar example from the Moroccan city of Taroudant, see Israel Museum Catalogue, North African Lights: Hanukkah Lamps from the Zeyde Schulmann Collection (2003) no. 128.