Torah pointer – Yad – made of olive wood. Jerusalem, 19th century.
Upper joint round with a carving of the Western Wall and cypresses treetops. Arm with seven round decorations in various sizes. Middle finger of four parts narrowing towards the cuff. Black, red and green decorations appear in the joins between the four parts. On the upper part appears the inscription "Jerusalem". Round cuff with identical design to the connection between middle finger and arm. Palm is tightly closed and the long pointing finger is carved with nails and skin folds shapes.
38.5 cm. Good condition. Some aging-marks and stains.