Umbrella owned by Rabbi David Solomon Sassoon. Made by Brigg & Sons, England, early 20th century.
Wood; fabric; brass; 18K gold (marked).
Two ring-shaped decorations made of gold are attached to the hooked handle. One is inscribed with the name of the collector David Solomon Sassoon and a monogram (made of his initials); the other shows the Sassoon family emblem - a dove.
Length: 91 cm. Fair-good condition. The umbrella mechanism is in working order, but some of the sheets are loose. Wear.
Provenance: Sassoon family collection.