LOT 232:
HaMelech Scroll of Esther on Gevil, with Watercolor Pictures
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HaMelech Scroll of Esther on Gevil, with Watercolor Pictures
Gorgeous "HaMelech" scroll of Esther [the tops of the columns start with the word "HaMelech"]. Illustrations in watercolor on gevil. There are two large color pictures at the beginning of the megillah and at its end. Along the length of the megillah, there are seven pictures in multitone water colors; there are pictures of the Western Wall, Rachel's tomb and various events in the megillah, among others. Current work.
21 lines, 3 sheets, height 24 cm.
Velish script, ink on gevil parchment. Nice, orderly script. (The megillah was proofread by computer and found to be kosher).
Excellent condition, new megillah.