Small Torah scroll. [Western Poland, late 18th or early 19th century].
Small Torah scroll, script typical of western Poland of that period. 42 lines per column, with Vavei HaAmudim (each column begins with the letter Vav, not following the layout of the Tikkun Sofrim - the scribe used his own layout).
The scroll is wound on turned wood staves, and is cloaked in a mantle made from colored velvet, decorated with gold bullion fringe. The letters Kaf and Tav are embroidered on the front of the mantle with gilt and red thread.
Height of membranes: Approx. 18 cm. Height of wooden rollers: 45 cm. Good condition. Chipping and minor defects. Mantle: Approx. 28X20 cm (including fringe). Fair condition. Velvet faded and rubbed. Fraying. Repairs.