Auction 49b Part II - Bibles and Prayer Books, Manuscripts, Graphics and Ceremonial Art

Elaborate Micrograph in Honor of Farha and David Solomon Sassoon

Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $5,250
Including buyer's premium
Elaborate micrograph, written and illustrated by hand, in honor of Farha di Solomon David Sassoon and her son, David [Solomon] Sassoon. [England?, late 19th or early 20th century]. Illustrations of Stars of David, circles, a square frame and a large arch in an impressive micrograph, in colors of blue, red, green and gold. Texts – verses of protection and blessings, prayer and thanksgiving: Psalms verses and biblical verses, names of the angels Michael and Gabriel, Priestly Benediction, and more. A dedication inscription within the frame: “Hashkifa MiMe’on Kodshecha…”. The micrograph offered here was created in honor of Farha (Flora) Sassoon following the passing of her husband in 1894 and in honor of her son, the famous collector David Solomon Sassoon (1880-1942). Approx. 51X62 cm. Good condition. Some stains. Original frame (unexamined out of frame). For a similar micrograph, by the same artist, see “Kedem” catalogue no. 8, item no. 1.
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