1. Pair of Torah finials. [Persia-Jerusalem, early 20th century].
Silver; repouseé and engraved.
General shape is of a cone on a semi-circle. Topped with a Star of David shaped decoration with the word "Zion" within it. Repouseé vegetal and geometric patterns on the finials. Six chains and bells. Engraved on the handles is a dedication: "…donation of Ya'akov Hefetz / in memory of his wife Rina…" (Hebrew). Height: 23 cm. Fair-good condition. Some damages. Several chains and bells are missing or damaged.
2. Pair of Torah finials. [Persia-Jerusalem, late 19th or early 20th century].
Nickel-silver; repouseé and engraved.
Shaped as a cone. Topped with a Hamsa. Vegetal and geometric patterns are repouseé and engraved on the finials. Eights chains and bells. Engraved on the handles is a dedication: "Donation of Yitzchak Ben Zion Yadid Levi" (Hebrew). Height: 26-27 cm. Fair condition. Some damages. Breaks and bends. Soldering repairs.
Provenance: Collection of Willy Lindwer.