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Lot 651

“Shiviti” on Parchment – Protection against the Plague

“Shiviti” on parchment, “Segula lezman HaDever...”(protection against plague). [Italy?, late 19th century]. Ink on parchment. “Shiviti” for hanging, as protection against the plague. A Menorah in the center composed of Psalms 27. A frame is composed of verses from Psalms 91. Initials and names of G-d. 44X31 cm, Fair-good Condition. Remnants of adhesive tape at margins. Pierces and tears at margins. Some stains and creases.