menorah

Description: A 19th-century brass Hanukkah menorah from Italy is a significant and valuable piece of Judaica and reflects the rich history and artistic traditions of the Jewish community in Italy during the 19th century. The Jewish community in Italy has a long and storied history, with Jewish presence dating back to Roman times.In the 19th century, Italian Jews experienced significant cultural and social changes, including the effects of the Risorgimento and the subsequent unification of Italy. Italian influences could be seen in the design, with Renaissance or Baroque elements that reflect the broader artistic trends of the time. Brass was a common material for menorahs in this period valued for its durability and ability to hold detailed artistic designs. The menorah is set on a spread circular domed base and vase-shaped baluster stem. The branches are crescent-formed with spheres and serpentine shapes connecting them to the center stem. The servant lamp rises above the eight oil containers each made in a tapering circular pinched fashion with thin ramps for the wicks descending into their wells. Judaica items from the 19th century are highly valued for their historical context and artistic merit. The combination of Jewish religious symbols with Italian artistic influences makes this menorah particularly significant. Size Height 40.2 cm, width 30.7, depth 14

Price: 3300 USD

Location: Pomona, New York

End Time: 2024-09-15T21:33:26.000Z

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