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Antique Judaica Hand Illuminated Megillah Scroll of Esther Manuscript

$2,925
$4,50035% Off
£2,209.73
£3,399.5835% Off
€2,534.08
€3,898.5935% Off
CA$4,081.28
CA$6,278.8935% Off
A$4,441.69
A$6,833.3635% Off
CHF 2,354.53
CHF 3,622.3635% Off
MX$53,436.87
MX$82,210.5735% Off
NOK 29,863.04
NOK 45,943.1535% Off
SEK 27,322.59
SEK 42,034.7635% Off
DKK 18,931.50
DKK 29,125.3935% Off

About the Item

An antique Megillah The Book of Esther, hand written on parchment by an expert Sephardi scribe and richly decorated with hand painted illustrations. The text panels are surrounded by borders adorned with finely painted floral motifs. Dates from the 19th century Provenance: From a California collection. Judaica Collectibles, Hand Written Manuscripts, Home Library Specimen. Dimensions: L 145 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Stains and loose paint. Refer to photos.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 70 in (177.8 cm)Width: 145 in (368.3 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall good antique condition. Signs of age and wear. Scratches, patina, scuffs. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386240699832

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