Auction 101 Surprise sale/
By TLV-VINTAGE
Oct 19, 2022
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, Israel
Interesting sale of vintage items, antique Judaica, rare jewelry, Israeli items, quality Israeli and international art and many other intriguing items.
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LOT 12:

Spectacular Jewish Tass for Torah scroll Poland / Galicia 19th century, a folk ...

Sold for: $220
Start price:
$ 200
Estimated price :
$700 - $900
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Spectacular Jewish Tass for Torah scroll Poland / Galicia 19th century, a folk Torah shield made by hand.
Torah shield from a synagogue Poland, Galicia, 19th century hand made brass.
The Torah shield is spectacular  the upper part in the shape of a Torah crown, in the center amazing pair of lions holding the Tablets of the Covenant.
The Ten Commandments are engraved on the tablets as well, and on both sides, an open and magnificent curtain in a classic French style, the scroll is decorated with flowers and plants.
Detailed and luxurious handwork,
The height of the shield is about 33/cm, the width of the fly is about 23 cm,
Despite the splendor and the impressive presence, the Torah shield ( protector of the scroll) was done in a folk way by a talented goldsmith with limited means.
Attached to the shield is an original hand-made chain.
Good condition , please browse pictures for condition and details.