Auction 20 - Objects: Ceremonial Art and Objects

Shield for Hanging on Wall

Opening: $1,500
Unsold
Shield for hanging on wall, [20th century].
Cast bronze.
Shield-shaped ornament, perhaps used as decoration for hanging on wall or perhaps used as printing block. Crowned by an eagle, at center a Star of David and a seven-branched menorah, surrounded by fish ornamentation, family emblem, shofar, palm of hand (chamsa) and other adornments inspired by floral and animal motifs.
Maximum size: 28.5x23.5 cm. Good condition. On verso, three holes (for hanging?) and paint stains.
Various items
Various items