Auction 49b Part II - Bibles and Prayer Books, Manuscripts, Graphics and Ceremonial Art
Torah Ark Parochet and Kaporet – Europe, 1820
Opening: $800
Unsold
Parochet (Torah Ark Curtain) and Torah Ark Kaporet (Smaller upper curtain). [Poland? Moravia?] 1820. Parochet and Kaporet made of silk brocade of good quality, with a repeated vegetal pattern, with sequins and silver threads. On the upper part of the Parochet, within a frame made of silver fabric ribbons, appears a dedication: “May G-d remember…my wife…”. The text consists of sewn fabric ribbons. Fringes. On the Kaporet appears the inscription “Keter Torah”, decorated with ribbons and fringes; a small button in the center with Stars of David embroidered in silver threads. Fringes. Parochet: 190X140 cm. Good-fair condition. Some tears. Stains. Loops for hanging. Kaporet: 150X28 cm. Good condition. Loops for hanging. Sewn on linen lining.
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