Auction 20 - Objects: Ceremonial Art and Objects
Torah Shield - Nuremberg, 18th Century
Opening: $3,500
Sold for: $10,000
Including buyer's premium
Shield for Torah Scroll. Nuremberg, 18th century.
Silver (stamped), hammered.
On top, embossed crown. At center, tablets of the Ten Commandments (smooth) and on sides two pillars with lions. Without alternating plates and without chain for hanging. Lower section contains three bells.
Height: 27.5 cm, width: 19 cm.
Silver (stamped), hammered.
On top, embossed crown. At center, tablets of the Ten Commandments (smooth) and on sides two pillars with lions. Without alternating plates and without chain for hanging. Lower section contains three bells.
Height: 27.5 cm, width: 19 cm.