Auction 68 · Lot 10
NORTH AFRICAN BRASS CHANUKAH LAMP.
- Estimate
- $2,000–$3,000
- Hammer price
- $1,500
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Publication
19th century
Description
Mirhab-shaped sheet brass backplate pierced, punched and engraved with floral and foliate scrolling patterning. Large central openwork medallion featuring Star-of-David and rosette; two side supports in the form of Moorish arches and stylized birds. The whole fronted by removable oil-font tray, supported by drip-pan. With suspension ring. Lacking servant light. Expert repairs, trace of gilding. 11.25 x 10.5 inches.
summary
For two related examples see: Israel Museum Catalogue, North African Lights: Hanukkah Lamps from the Zeyde Schulmann Collection (2003) nos. 47 and 54.