Shabbat Oil Lamp
19th Century Afghan Silver Shabbat Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Silver Sabbath oil lamp, Afghanistan, late 19th century.
Featuring a rimmed bowl elevated on a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Religious Items
Materials
Silver
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