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Shield for Sabbath Candles, 17th-18th century

 Item
Identifier: B371.02.0005.00001

Abstract

Oval shaped bronze shield with wreath around outer edge and crown on top. In the center of the oval has the blessing for the Shabbath candles on it. Sheild would have attached to a seven branch menorah. Some patina on shield and note with translation taped to back.

Dates

  • 17th-18th century

Digital Repository

Shield for Sabbath Candles

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Extent

1 Items : bronze sheild ; 9.5 x 7 x 1.5 cm.

Scope and Contents

From the File:

Two paintings, eight photographs, Shabbat candelabra , Kiddush cup, Tefillin bag, Yarmulkes, two catalogs, Challah cover, tile, and metal shield.

Materials Specific Details

Identified on label attahced to back as Bronze; but possibly brass.

Dimensions

9.5 x 7 x 1.5 cm.

Source

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

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