Lot 34
  • 34

A pair of Italian parcel-gilt silver Torah finials, Ferrara, early 19th century

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked throughout with maker's mark GFB, reversed F below, probably for Giuseppe Brunelli I (1783-1817) or Giuseppe Brunelli II (1817-1862)
  • Silver, gilt
  • height 14 in.
  • 35.6cm
the five sides chased with scrolls and shells, applied with gilt Temple emblems including priestly garment, hat, and menorah behind pierced galleries, borders of stiff leaves, on tall staves hung with bells on chains

Condition

some seams opening, otherwise good
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