Judaica silver filigree besamim spice box

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Description

The silver box has been crafted from silver filigree (silver wires which have been twisted into ornamental openwork patterns). The box has a rectangular body with canted corners, which is raised up on four leafy pointed feet. The rectangular body is covered by a hinged lid, which is closed with a clasp. The lid has a pitched centre, topped by a flower finial. The box is fully hallmarked.

This box is a beautiful piece of antique Judaica, which was created in Moscow in 1840. It was originally designed to hold Besamim spices, which are passed around during a Havdalah ceremony held on the Shabbat (seventh day of the week). Individuals are encouraged to smell the spices, to bring them comfort and prepare them for the working week ahead.

Details

Country of Origin
Russian
Date of Manufacture
1840
Period
19th Century
Style
Floral, Jewish
Material
Silver
Colour
Silver

Dimensions

Height
7 cm / 2.8 inches
Width
8 cm / 3.1 inches
Depth
6 cm / 2.4 inches

Reference:
15994B

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