Auction 81
Collection of Willy Lindwer
Jul 13, 2021
8 Ramban St, Jerusalem., Israel
Orientalia: Jewish Ceremonial Art, Ethnic Jewelry and Printed Items
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LOT 34:
Incense Vessel – Morocco
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Sold for: $170
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Auction house commission: 25%
VAT: 17% On commission only
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Incense Vessel – Morocco
"Mbekhra" incense burner. Morocco, [early 20th century].
Brass, cast and turned, pierced, repoussé, punched, and engraved.
Incense burner. Decorated in openwork with vegetal patterns, connected by hinge, and fastened shut by means of hook-like clasp. Lid surmounted by dome with octagonal star in openwork, in turn surmounted by rounded, knob-like handle. Tray serves as base, supported by four legs.
Height: 37 cm. Diameter of tray/base: 27 cm.
Reference: Jewish Life in Morocco, p. 179.
