Auction 20
Objects: Ceremonial Art and Objects
Dec 19, 2011
(Your local time)
Israel
8 Ramban St, Jerusalem.
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LOT 139:
Shield for Hanging on Wall
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Start price:
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1,500
Auction house commission:
23%
VAT: On commission only
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Shield for hanging on wall, [20th century].
Cast bronze.
Shield-shaped ornament, perhaps used as decoration for hanging on wall or perhaps used as printing block. Crowned by an eagle, at center a Star of David and a seven-branched menorah, surrounded by fish ornamentation, family emblem, shofar, palm of hand (chamsa) and other adornments inspired by floral and animal motifs.
Maximum size: 28.5x23.5 cm. Good condition. On verso, three holes (for hanging?) and paint stains.
