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LOT 17:
Finials. Silver, Morocco, 19th century. Description: 280 mm. tall. 56 ...
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6,000
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$10,000 - $12,000
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Finials. Silver, Morocco, 19th century.
Description: 280 mm. tall. 56 mm. diameter. Sections are gold plated.
Each finial is shaped like a hexagonal tower with Islamic styled windows covered with a colorful cloth. Topped by a crest surrounded by six silver strips shaped like leaves. Bells hang from the corners of the tower. Repousse work of flowers and leaves across the entire surface of the tower and base.
Background: Similar bells can be seen in the Stieglitz Collection: Masterpieces of Jewish Art, published by the Israel Museum, p. 46.
Condition: Very fine. Light dents.
