Antique German Silver Oil Menorah, Hanukkah Lamp, 19 C.:
ANTIQUE GERMAN SILVER OIL MENORAH, HANUKKAH LAMP, 19 CENTURYGerman empire. On four legs. This is a truly outstanding piece of antique Judaica. One of the lions is removable to light the 8 oil lamps. There is one lion for filling the lamps. The back plate is decorated with stereotypical designs and affixed with the Decalogue. Each of the oil fonts are shaped like lions. Very nice job. Rare historical and collectible item !! LARGE and HEAVY: 14 x 11 x 6 inches (36 x 28 x 15 cm). Weight: 48 troy oz (1.360 grams). HISTORY of SALES: Recently Hanukkah lamp from the same period were sold on Live Auctioneer and Sotheby’s for $49,000, $75,000, $120,000 and $181,000
Condition
This piece is in excellent condition for its age. The item is described to the best of our knowledge. Please refer to pictures and email with any questions.