Lot 17
  • 17

The Benedictions Recited Over the Reading of the Torah, in silver-plated case, Sol Nodel, New York, circa 1955

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • signed at the base, Sol Nodel FRSA, New York; the case apparently unmarked
  • silver-plate, paper
  • length 20 1/2 in.
  • 52 cm
the case in the form of a Torah scroll applied with inscriptions and opening to reveal the text of the blessings at the reading of the Law, printed in colors within a border of scrolling flowers with vignettes of appropriate emblems

Condition

one handle repaired, otherwise good
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Catalogue Note

Sol Nodel (1912-1976) was known for the revival of manuscript art, and also as a miniaturist and calligrapher. A similar manuscript version of this lot was sold Sotheby's New York, December 17, 2013, lot 160.