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BRASS HANUKKAH LAMP. Bezalel School, Jerusalem, early 20th century.

Auction 17 · Lot 541

BRASS HANUKKAH LAMP. Bezalel School, Jerusalem, early 20th century.

Estimate
$500–$700
Hammer price
$400

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

Description

Triangular backplate, ornamented with arched row, embossed sunflower, with Hebrew embossed inscription refering to Hanukkah lights, and “Bezalel, Jerusalem.” The eight candleholders sit on the bow-fronted base. Servant light slides into channel at viewer's right. Hook at top back. H: 190mm.

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For a similar lamp, albeit for use with oil, see Kestenbaum and Company, June 22nd, 1999, Lot 35.
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