Auction 70
Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
Mar 31, 2020
Israel
8 Ramban St, Jerusalem.
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LOT 404:
Circumcision Knife - The Binding of Isaac
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Circumcision Knife - The Binding of Isaac
Circumcision knife with figurative handle, depicting the Binding of Isaac. [Continental, 18th century?].
Silver and an unidentified alloy; wax carving, cast.
Circumcision knife. Figurative handle, depicting the Binding of Isaac (Genesis 22, 1-19). Abraham, supported by an acanthus branch, stands front center, holding the head of Isaac. In his right hand Abraham holds the knife, hiding it behind his back where it rests upon the ram's neck. A winged angel is hovering over Abraham's shoulder, holding his hand to prevent him from sacrificing Isaac.
The Binding of Isaac is often depicted on circumcision knives, alluding to the covenant G-d made with Abraham, in which he commanded him to circumcise himself and his household (Genesis 17, 23). This unusual composition is typical of knife handles carved in wood and ivory. A similar carved wooden handle, originating in 17th century Italy (?), exists in the Stieglitz Collection, kept at the Israel Museum (accession number: B86.0226).
3X14.5 cm. Blade length: 8 cm. Weight: 78.5 gr. Good-fair condition. Dull blade. Wear to sculpture.
