Lot 260
Collection of Souvenirs from Palestine – Olivewood Objects / Writing Accessories
Collection of souvenirs from Palestine. Palestine, [late 19th century / first half of 20th century].
Wood, turned and carved; celluloid or Bakelite.
1. Olivewood Kiddush cup, inscribed (Hebrew/English): "Mt. of Olives / Jerusalem."
2-3. Two small spice containers, one made of olivewood, designed to look like a barrel, the other made of walnut and designed to look like a small fruit.
4-7. Four writing accessories (two nib holders). All four inscribed with the word "Jerusalem" (in Hebrew or English), next to illustrations of the Western Wall, the Tomb of Absalom, and Rachel's Tomb.
Size and condition vary. Fracture to lid of barrel-like vessel.
