Monday, 19 February
Tuesday, 20 February
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LOT 49:
An Antisemitic Statue. Europe, 19th Century
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Sold for: $240
Start price:
$
200
Estimated price :
$400 - $600
Buyer's Premium: 20%
VAT: 17%
On commission only
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An Antisemitic Statue. Europe, 19th Century
An antisemitic statue made of pottery - three Jews sitting on a wooden bench clearly idle and bored.
On the inner side is the manufacturer's stamp IM.
In 19th century Europe religious Jews were seen as unproductive and as a burden on general society.
Glued cracks at the bottom of the statue, lack [slight break] in the hat of the Jew on the left hand side.
Length :13 cm Width: 7 cm. Height: 13 cm.
Moderate-fine condition.