Lot 65
  • 65

A German Parcel-gilt Silver Torah Shield, maker's Mark GH, Berlin, 1821-41

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on base of left column
  • height 11 1/2 in.
  • 29.2cm
of baroque cartouche form chased with fluted columns supporting urns of flowers and applied with gilt lions flanking the crowned Tablets of the Law above a compartment containing one reversible portion plaque

Condition

has suspension loops for three bells (lacking), portion plaque later
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