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Auction 24 · Lot 367
SILVER FOOTED BOWL Holland, probably 18th century
- Estimate
- $2,000–$3,000
- Hammer price
- $1,800
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
Octagonal bown with cast handles and base. Seven facets engraved with Biblical scenes; one bears engraved Hebrew inscription from Song of Songs and dedication to ”The young lady, Miriam of the House of Texeira.” Undeciphered mark on rim. H: 80mm. Base replaced.
summary
The scenes include: Adam and Eve; Moses smiting the Egyptian; The binding of Isaac; Daniel in the lions’ den, David and Goliath; building the Temple; and a Priest bringing a sacrifice. The Texeira family were wealthy Portuguese immigrants to Holland