Repoussé rococo S-scroll and shell patterns adorn spirally fluted baluster shaft, candle sockets and large domed circular base. Engraved on base with Hebrew inscription: “Rawicz, 1797.” Marked: Martin Kiesling. 8 x 5.75 inches (20.3 x 14.6 cm).

Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Hammer price: $2,500

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PAIR OF GERMAN SILVER SABBATH CANDLESTICKS.

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Breslau, c. 1770

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Provenance: Sotheby’s, Judaica, New York, 25th November 1985, lot 213. Another example of Sabbath candlesticks by Kiesling c. 1770, appeared at Christie’s Amsterdam, The Schliemann Collection of European Silver, 4th April, 2007, lot 721.

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Repoussé rococo S-scroll and shell patterns adorn spirally fluted baluster shaft, candle sockets and large domed circular base. Engraved on base with Hebrew inscription: “Rawicz, 1797.” Marked: Martin Kiesling. 8 x 5.75 inches (20.3 x 14.6 cm).

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