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Lot 355

Torah Scroll - North Africa, 19th Century

Torah scroll on gevil. [Morocco or Algiers, second half of 19th century].
Ink on brown gevil, using the method of tanning widespread in North Africa. Neat Sephardic script, characteristic of Morocco or Algiers. Vavei HaAmudim scroll, corresponding with a Tikkun Sofrim published in the second half of the 19th century. Engraved and carved rollers characteristic of Moroccan communities, decorated with Stars of David (presumably from the 20th century).
Height of membranes: approx. 54 cm. Height of rollers: 100 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Tears and wear. Many repairs on added pieces of parchment.
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