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

