Auction 85 · Lot 215
Contemporary illuminated Hebrew Scroll of Esther accomplished in traditional hand on vellum.
- Estimate
- $4,000–$6,000
- Hammer price
- $4,000
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
author
(MEGILLAT ESTHER)
Description
Black ink, composed on six membranes in 38 columns. Entire lower register with pictorial narrative of the Esther story, accomplished in a Persian style in watercolor. Height of scroll: 2.5 inches (6.3 cm). Housed in silver filigree case decorated with ruby-red stones. Length of case: 7 inches (18 cm).
summary
Of petite form, attractively accomplished utilizing Persian motifs.