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An Italian Torah Binder, 1629
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- 6 1/2 x 144 inches
linen embroidered with silk thread.
height 6 1/2 in.; length 143 in.
16.5 cm; 363.2 cm
Embellished with a lengthy Hebrew inscription, indicating that this binder is the creation of Bella Rosa in honor of her husband Yom Tov Roccas in Elul [5]389 (= 1629). Composed of two layers of fabric with a finely woven linen front decorated with floral motifs.
Torah binders from Italy were created by women of the Jewish community who donated them to the synagogue. They were embellished with delicate floral motifs and elaborate stitching; a few are embroidered with dedicatory inscriptions indicating they were produced in honor of their husbands or in memory of a deceased relative. So highly valued was the creation of these beautiful objects for the synagogue, that in the 16th century, the rabbis of Italy introduced a prayer to be recited every Sabbath morning, praising “all the daughters of Israel who fashion covers in honor of the Torah.”
height 6 1/2 in.; length 143 in.
16.5 cm; 363.2 cm
Embellished with a lengthy Hebrew inscription, indicating that this binder is the creation of Bella Rosa in honor of her husband Yom Tov Roccas in Elul [5]389 (= 1629). Composed of two layers of fabric with a finely woven linen front decorated with floral motifs.
Torah binders from Italy were created by women of the Jewish community who donated them to the synagogue. They were embellished with delicate floral motifs and elaborate stitching; a few are embroidered with dedicatory inscriptions indicating they were produced in honor of their husbands or in memory of a deceased relative. So highly valued was the creation of these beautiful objects for the synagogue, that in the 16th century, the rabbis of Italy introduced a prayer to be recited every Sabbath morning, praising “all the daughters of Israel who fashion covers in honor of the Torah.”
Condition
Opening panel worn with losses to silk thread. Text generally in good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.