Antique Judaica Silvered Silver Ritual Water Dish Mayim Achronim Vessel

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An ornate silvered metal ritual spice box besamim designed as a pedestal vessel with a broad dished flange surrounding a … Read more An ornate silvered metal ritual spice box besamim designed as a pedestal vessel with a broad dished flange surrounding a deep central compartment. The hinged flower-shaped lid is rimmed with turquoise cabochons, opening to reveal the interior well. The upper flange displays stippled foliate scrolls alongside stippled Hebrew text. Surrounding the exterior pedestal and flange are filigree scrolls, raised gilt bosses, and stone cabochons including turquoise, lapis lazuli, carnelian, and green chalcedony. The underside is ornamented with an applied Star of David motif surrounding a teardrop blue stone, and the base bears a stamped oval workshop mark containing a stylized monogram. Antique Ceremonial Objects And Judaica Collectibles.

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Overall size: D: 5 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate. See less