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Rare Jewish Pre War Woven Gold Textile Embroidered Antique Judaica Tallit Atara

c. 20th Century

$950
£719.54
€826.27
CA$1,331.36
A$1,448
CHF 767.39
MX$17,350.04
NOK 9,753.08
SEK 8,935.15
DKK 6,176.02

About the Item

Shpanyer Arbeit, Jewish textile ritual judaic Folk Art Estimated to the 19th century or early 20th century. there are no markings. It is a hand weaving piece. there are no markings but similar pieces have been in the Bezalel Museum collection and the Israel Museum collection and the Jewish Museum collection in New York city. This appears to be European (probably Russian, German, Hungarian or Polish) It does not appear to be Sephardic or Israeli. It is for a Tallis worn at the neck. It has metallic thread in the embroidery. not sure what material if it is wool or silk as base. There are no Hebrew markings on it. Please see photos.
  • Creation Year:
    c. 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear commensurate with age and use. Refer to photos.
  • Gallery Location:
    Surfside, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU38214882392

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