Lot 95
Shabbat Candle, a Memorial Candle for a Woman – Morocco
Shabbat candle - a Memorial candle for a woman. Morocco, early 20th century.
Brass tin, engraved and hammered.
In Morocco, it was customary to light Shabbat and holiday candles at home in a "Kandil". After a woman's death, on the first memorial day, the lamps were donated to the synagogue with an engraved dedication in the woman's name. Maintenance of the candles and wicks was done by the family. The "Kandil" presented consists of two levels for wicks and an inscription in a round frame reads: "Ner Ma'or LeMenuchat…Rachel Abergil…".
Height: 21 cm, width: 15 cm, depth: 12 cm. Good condition, soldering marks.
