Name/Title
Hanukkah lampEntry/Object ID
K_0659Tags
storageDescription
Triple-arched black plate, wherein each arch surmounts a pierced Star of David. An additional "window" in the form of a Star of David (also pierced) appears in the center of the back plate, and two large birds surmount the two small arches on either side of the large central arch, inscribed with the Hebrew words "Magen David." Entire surface filled with vegetal and geometric patterns, hamsa hand shapes, and Stars of David. Side panels also decorated with pierced Stars of David and vegetal patterns. Row of oil fonts with pinched, pointed spouts for wicks, mounted on two cylinders, one inside the other, both fastened to drip pan. Servant light located under apex of central arch, underneath pierced Star of David. Suspension hook, in form of trifoliate clover-like frill, surmounting central arch.Made/Created
Place
City
LaracheCountry
MoroccoRegion
North AfricaContinent
AfricaNotes
Date made: early 20th centuryMaterial
Sheet brass, repousse, pierced, punched, and engraved; rivets