20th C. Moroccan Brass Menorah
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Morocco, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A very large and beautifully crafted brass Hanukah lamp or Hanukiya meaning the nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukah (also Chanukah and Hanukkah). This example presents an attractive angular form with a beaded border upon an integrated pedestal platform. The imagery is marvelous - featuring the two tablets with Hebrew that is shorthand for the 10 Commandments in low relief with an oil font for the shamash surrounded by an engraved Star of David above and eight fonts protruding below, one for each night of the holiday. In addition to the iconography, the Hanukiya is adorned by beautiful engraved and embossed decorative borders and panels. Hanukkah menorahs are among the most coveted examples of Judaica. The menorah was historically used by Moses in the sanctuary he established in the wilderness and later in the famous Temple of Jerusalem. A nine-lamp variation of the menorah like this one is traditionally used for the observance of the Hanukkah miracle. Size: 11.75" W x 21.75" H (29.8 cm x 55.2 cm)
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#138135
Morocco, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A very large and beautifully crafted brass Hanukah lamp or Hanukiya meaning the nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukah (also Chanukah and Hanukkah). This example presents an attractive angular form with a beaded border upon an integrated pedestal platform. The imagery is marvelous - featuring the two tablets with Hebrew that is shorthand for the 10 Commandments in low relief with an oil font for the shamash surrounded by an engraved Star of David above and eight fonts protruding below, one for each night of the holiday. In addition to the iconography, the Hanukiya is adorned by beautiful engraved and embossed decorative borders and panels. Hanukkah menorahs are among the most coveted examples of Judaica. The menorah was historically used by Moses in the sanctuary he established in the wilderness and later in the famous Temple of Jerusalem. A nine-lamp variation of the menorah like this one is traditionally used for the observance of the Hanukkah miracle. Size: 11.75" W x 21.75" H (29.8 cm x 55.2 cm)
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#138135
Condition
A few scuffs and dents commensurate with age and use. Remains of oil in receptacles. The brass has developed a lovely warm patina over time.
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20th C. Moroccan Brass Menorah
Estimate $600 - $900
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