Large handwritten amulet. [North Africa, early 20th century].
Ink on paper.
Large amulet, kept folded (5.5X5.5 cm). Entirely handwritten, in brown-black ink, with several additions-decorations in blue pencil. Includes a variety of texts for protection and safeguard, for remedy and success in different matters, "K'tav Mal'achim" and names of angels, letter combinations and initials, Stars of David, Hamsah, and more.
45.5X35.5 cm. Fair condition. Many folding marks and stains. Tears, some with damage to text, professionally restored.
Provenance: Collection of Willy Lindwer.