chased silver panels below net of silver wire, glass engraved in Hebrew for Zala Kabira Synagogue, Tripoli, the stopper with spice container.

Foot slightly bent and repaired at its top, small repair on silver body below the wire work, and another repair in the center of the silver, glass good.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

In 1793, Ali Burghul, an Algerian corsair, took advantage of the unstable political situation in Tripoli and usurped control of the government.  He imposed heavy taxes and instituted a reign of terror, his soldiers abusing the population, particularly the Jews. However, on January 20, 1795, Ali Burghul was ousted by Yusuf Karamanli and to celebrate their rescue from a modern-day Haman, the Jewish community of Tripoli established a communal Purim called Purim Burghul to be celebrated annually on the 29th of Tevet.