Pair of Dutch Torah finials (rimmonim)
Silversmith: Unknown
A fine pair of filigree Torah finials, with four rows of bells and surmounted with a crown knop, and silver-gilt applied Hebrew inscriptions.
History note: Collection of Sir Moses Montefiore Bart. (1784-1885) for use in his private synagogue in Ramsgate, Kent.
Lent by The Montefiore Collections, London
Method of acquisition: Loan (2014) by Montefiore Endowment
18th Century
Production date:
c.
AD 1770
Unmarked
Each Height 33.5 cm
Accession number: AAL.10A & B-2014
Primary reference Number: 208708
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Associated department:
Applied Arts
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