Lot 3
  • 3

A Bezalel Silver Kiddush Cup, Jerusalem, Mid 20th Century

Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • signed in Hebrew on foot
  • height 6 1/2 in.
  • 16.4cm
the stem applied with filigree and set with cabochon chrysoprases, the bowl etched with grapevine repeated on the foot, also etched with two Hebrew inscriptions, translated, "wine will gladden the heart of man" and "there is no celebration without wine"

Condition

setting of one stone damaged, otherwise good condition
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