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A BEZALEL COPPER HANUKAH LAMP, DESIGNED BY ZE'EV RABAN, CIRCA 1920 |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- the back with plaque inscribed Made in Palestine at the Art Workshop Sharah Bezalel Jerusalem, POB729, also signed in Hebrew on front of base
- height 10 1/4 in.
- 26 cm
the arched back plate embossed with high priest lighting the Menorah with help of attendant, flanked by panels of palm tree above a lion and deer, surrounded by designs taken from ancient coins
Condition
lacks servant light, a little worn from polishing
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 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.
Catalogue Note
This model is illustrated in color and discussed by Susan L. Braunstein, Five Centuries of Hanukkah Lamps from the Jewish Museum, item 79, p. 171.