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A Decorated Ketubbah from Ancona,1764
估價
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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描述
- 32 x 22 inches
ink and gouache on parchment.
height 32 in.; width 22 in.
81 cm; 56 cm
Recording the marriage of Isaac Shabbetai, son of Joseph Alconstantini and Judita, daughter of Joseph Morpurgo, on Wednesday, 3 Adar II, 5524 [= March 7, 1764]
This magnificent border of 1764 is an artistic tour de force; although it appears to be designed with an intricate cutout border, it is in fact executed entirely in paint and ink. In addition to meandering floral and foliate bands, the border displays sixteen wreaths, each containing a biblical personality. While many of these figures are frequently found on ketubbot (such as the images of Moses, Aaron, David and Solomon in the four corners), the choice and arrangement of others was clearly dictated by the bridal couple. Their biblical namesakes, Judith and Isaac, are placed directly above the text, while the appropriate biblical scene of Isaac's marriage to Rebecca appears in the upper left border. The magnificent page is crowned by the emblem of the Alcostantini (groom's) family.
height 32 in.; width 22 in.
81 cm; 56 cm
Recording the marriage of Isaac Shabbetai, son of Joseph Alconstantini and Judita, daughter of Joseph Morpurgo, on Wednesday, 3 Adar II, 5524 [= March 7, 1764]
This magnificent border of 1764 is an artistic tour de force; although it appears to be designed with an intricate cutout border, it is in fact executed entirely in paint and ink. In addition to meandering floral and foliate bands, the border displays sixteen wreaths, each containing a biblical personality. While many of these figures are frequently found on ketubbot (such as the images of Moses, Aaron, David and Solomon in the four corners), the choice and arrangement of others was clearly dictated by the bridal couple. Their biblical namesakes, Judith and Isaac, are placed directly above the text, while the appropriate biblical scene of Isaac's marriage to Rebecca appears in the upper left border. The magnificent page is crowned by the emblem of the Alcostantini (groom's) family.
出版
To Have and To Hold: Decorated Marriage Contracts, 17th–19th Centuries. The Herbert and Eileen Bernard Museum, Congregation Emanu-El, New York, 2001
Condition
Matted and framed. Not examined outside of frame.
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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.