Color Metallic Silver

Bwa mask from Burkina Fasso Burkina Faso, Black Volta River region Culture: Bwa peoples Provenance: Private Swedish collection Bwa plank masks are conceive...

Amazing antique Scottish tapestry in gilt frame tat measures almost six feet wide - 180 CM The subject is based on the famous oil painting 'Scotland ...

This is a very rare example of an Asafo Banner from the Fante people of the Cape Coast of Ghana . The Asafo have been a highly militarised society long before the Europeans set foot ...

Felix Timmermans 'Three Wise Men' Flemish Folk Art Sculptures in Wood, Belgium, 1970 and 1972. This is a remarkable set of Flemish folk art sculptures carved out of wood in 1970 and...

Black painted Led lighted signs with Plexiglas lettering. For display, like new H60 x W400 x D7.5 - Kg 30 H60 x W450 x D7.5 - Kg 40 Modernist Style Periodo del design 1990 - 1999 Pro...

Mid Century Folk Art Viking Ship in Wood 1960s. Beautiful folk art viking ship, made by a craftsman at home or maybe as a school project somewhere around the 1960s or 1970s. Wonderf...

1950s signed french impressionist painting with thick textured brushstrokes. measures 38cm x 30cm

Toussiana Plank Bird from Burkina Faso Mid XXem Provenance: private Swedish collection , auction The TOUSSIAN live in the Southwest of Burkina Faso. The mask presented here is a Loni...

Moleskin top hat, with leather hatbox (late 19th - early 20th century). The hat was made by Berteil Paris (France), an established house existing since 1840. Dimensions: The hat ...

These rugs are made entirely by hand in North England. They are made using the off cuts or Selvedge from large runs of material. These off cuts would have been simply sent to landfil...

Great oil on canvas by René Allio (1924-1995). René Allio was a director, screenwriter, theatre designer. He will also paint some immense nonfigurative canv...

Amazing and scarce JUDAICA object, we have here one of the most touching jewish objects we had for a long time, this small silver dowry box was made in Algeria in the early 19th century, it is all covered with symbols of jewish faith and of couples, the sliding lid has 2 flanking birds with hamsa (protective hand) on each side and a flower vase in the middle. one side shows two flanking lions with a tree in the middle and the other side shows again two big and two small birds with a flower bowl in the middle, front side has a key hole and next to it there is the Hebrew inscription ס״ט״" which says Siman tov or in English "a good sign" it is taken from the wedding blessing, underneath the lock there is another inscription with the name ״עזיזה בת אברהם בן חמו״ which is the name of the bride, her father and her grandfathers name. the box is full marked a lot of times with the silversmith mark, every side of the box is marked. this box was probably ordered by the grooms family to hold the jewelry they are giving to the bride as dowry, this type of objects are rare and there are just a few of them on museum collections. DOWRY (Heb. נְדֻנְיָה), the property a wife brings to her husband at marriage; the Yiddish equivalent, nadn, is from the same root. The custom of nedunyah became clearly defined and institutionalized only in the talmudic period. In biblical times, mohar (מֹהַר), whereby the groom bought his wife from her father (Gen. 24:53; Ex. 22:15–16; Hos. 3:2), was the accepted practice. It was then customary that the groom give the bride gifts, and that she bring certain property to her husband's home upon marriage: slaves, cattle, real estate, etc. (cf. Gen. 24:59–61; 29; Judg. 1:14ff.; I Kings 9:16). Evidence of the custom of nedunyah is to be found in Tobit (7:14; 8:21) and in the Assuan papyri (Cowley, Aramaic, nos. 15, 18). Gradually, mohar was superseded by the ketubbah custom according to which the husband merely assumed the responsibility of compensation to his wife in case he divorced her: he had to pay her 200 zuzim if she had been a virgin at the time of marriage, and 100 zuzim if a widow or divorcée (see *Ketubbah). By talmudic times, the institution of nedunyah was prevalent; the father gave a dowry to the bride since the daughter was excluded from paternal inheritance. Fifty zuzim (equivalent to the worth of 180 grams of silver) was the minimum amount a father was obliged to give to his daughter (Ket. 6:5). Parents usually gave much more, according to their social standing. Community funds provided the dowry for an orphan or a very poor girl (ibid.; cf. Sh. Ar., YD 251:8). In case of her father's death, the brothers of a minor girl were obliged to give her the minimum dowry, and the court estimated how much her father would have given her above the minimum dowry. The sum was then taken out of the father's estate and given to the daughter upon majority (Ket. 6:6; 68a–69b). In the absence of such an estimate, each daughter was entitled to receive one-tenth of the value of her father's estate in money, or in valuables (Yad, Ishut, 20:4–7; Sh. Ar., EH 113:4). If the father was unable or unwilling to pay the promised dowry at the betrothal ceremony, the groom could refuse to marry his bride (Ket. 13:5; Ket. 108b–109a). Insistence on exact payment of the promised dowry, however, was frowned upon by later rabbinic authorities (Rema to Sh. Ar., EH 2:1). In certain communities it was customary for the groom's father to make a dowry contribution equal to that of the bride's father (Ket. 102b). The dowry, whether given in real estate, slaves, money, or chattel was recorded in the marriage contract (the ketubbah) and in some instances one-third or one-fifth of the actual value of the dowry was added to the sum mentioned in the ketubbah. Based upon a decree enacted by *Simeon b. Shetah (first century C.E.), the Talmud ruled that the husband and his entire property were liable for compensation as stipulated in the ketubbah, either in case he died (when she collected the sum specified in the ketubbah from the heirs) or in case he divorced his wife (Ket. 82b). For the status of the dowry and the husband's rights and obligations, see below. The rabbinic enactments (Takkanot Shum) by R. Jacob *Tam and by the rabbinic synod of the communities of Speyer, Worms, and Mainz (Germany) stipulated that if a woman died...

Pair of large terracotta vases, 20th century, with large caryatids, 140 cm high. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHIPPING COST CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EM...

Elegant watercolor depicting a bus scene by illustrator Gus Bofa. Dimensions: 12.5 x 24 cm

super rare and historic example of Cyprus stone carving, made by jewish holocaust surviver that was Detained at the Internment camps in Cyprus, just 3 years after the holocaust. this piece is very unusual, most of this carvings shows us aspects of living in the Refugee camps or zionist views of israel, sometimes they even made judaica objects like menorahs Or Candlesticks, but its rare to find memorial plaques such as the example in front of us, the plaques was Damaged In the way to israel and two pieces from the upper section were broken off, the middle part of the Plaque shows a Scroll shaped memorial plaque with the inscription : "for the dead who died on the name of god" In red color, the middle has a yellow star carved and painted, just like the yellow star jewish...

Ref: JC5205 19th century skeleton boat hull Scotland circa 1840 Measurements: H: 25.5cm (10") W: 32cm (12.6") D: 75cm (29.5")

Greek orthodox icon (painted around the year 1800). At the top: "Mother of God of the Unfading Flower” Left bottom: Saint George Middle: The Mother of God in Paradise Right: Saint ...

This very massive, exceptional mortar is hand carved from a lovely rust couloured iron wood. It was made in the 19th century on the African continent, possibly in Ghana. The bowl's s...

Schöne alte Hartholzfigur in den 50er Jahren auf der Insel Djerba in Tunesien gefertigt. Die Figur zeigt einen traditionellen alten pfeiferauchenden Berber. Die Figur ist aus Hartho...

Schönes Ölgemälde auf Leinwand. Es zeigt ein unter einer Birke sitzendes Mädchen am Bach. Das Bild ist mit wunderschöner Perspektive und Bokeh. Die Farben sind kräftig und eignen si...

Untitled, mix media, 1968 Additional information: Style: mixed media Label to verso Dimensions: 23 x 28 cm This work has been part of a private collec...

Large ceramic floor vase with glaze in variations of beige and pastel colors, made by Danish artist Ole Victor, 2022. Ole Victor is a Danish artist who a...

Small globe with compass. Refined and with attention to detail in the slightest detail. Created from brass, crystal and glass. Designed by Mice Versailles.

Beautiful ceramic plate from Valencia made in the early 18th century. The ceramic has been glazed with a glossy painted bird depiction. The bird depictions are very rare and hard to find. The ceramic is glazed in an enamel bath...

19th Century Swedish rocking horse from Skelleftea Vasterbotten, Northern Sweden . A very charming horse with beautiful color & dotted pattern. B...

Große über 2 Meter große Massivholz Kranich Skulptur. Die Skulptur wurde als Einzellstück in Handarbeit gefertigt. Die Figur sehr schwer da aus massiven Holz. Leider scheint die Skul...

EJVIND NIELSEN Born 1940. Teacher's exam 1967, specially trained theologian 1978, subject consultant in Christianity at the Århus School System. Priest...

Baoulé, Wooden statue Africa Ivory Coast The Baoulé (or Baule) are an Akan people and one of the largest groups in the ivory coast. The Baoulé are farme...

Solid wood mortar produced in Africa in the 1950s. With its raw shape and organic hue, it will be perfect in a natural, refined and delicate decoration. We simply imagine it plac...

For sale is a beautiful and unique set of to Austrian mountain pasture bells- one of them a cow bell, the other a sheep bell. They were most likely made and...

Obverse: head of Athena right, wearing earring, necklace, and crested Attic helmet decorated with olive leaves over visor and spiral palmette Reverse: owl standing right with head fa...

A beautiful antique bible from Scandinavia in the year 1810. The cover are probably even older, possibly late 1700s. Works perfect as a Wabi Sabi decoration element to give the r...

Obverse: head of Demeter left, wearing barley wreath Reverse: ΜΕΤA, ear of barley, pitchfork above leaf in left field Weight: 7.84 g Grade: About extremely fine Reference: SNG ANS 4...

Obverse: [HPAKLHIWN], head of Athena right, wearing crested Athenian helmet ornamented with Skylla; behind, K Reverse: HPAKLHIWN, Herakles, naked, standing facing, holding club and b...

Pippo Pozzi, Alessandria 1910 / Biella 1999, Italy in years 1960 ceramic plate design measure diameter 13 inches x 1,2" deep, in perfect condition A is very rare. signed in t...

circa 1910 Monumental English Clinker Built Pond Yacht Measures: W162 x D32 x H200 cm.  

Cosmos I vase by Jean François Reboul made out of enameled ceramic using Raku technique. A“Certificate of Authenticity” is provided by the gallery. Jean-François Reboul, born in 19...

An old antique Swedish 18th century iron candlestick with the foot made of wood. Very charming & solid. This candlestick is called "stumpastake" in Sweden. These were good when yo...

Igneous is a design made from carbon powder and using Custhom’s innovative process of hand-foiling wallpapers, creates a unique distressed or highly polished finish in a wide range o...

Presenting an enigmatic oil on canvas painting created by an unknown Danish artist made in 1956. This captivating artwork showcases a woman bathing her feet in a bathroom, and it is ...

Gorgeous Italian oil painting showing a classic Tuscan landscape Great work of Grand Tour art with the ruined temple to the left of the painting The rest of the work shows a idylic p...

Beautiful vintage black and white marble chess board with brass inlay and 32 chess pieces. Dimensions: Board measures 9.75 in wide (24.76 cm) Pieces measure between 1 in tall (2.54...

This original 1940 Rexner Zipper Tether Car Racer with its streamlined design is in excellent condition. It is powered by a Super Cyclone .60...

It stands as a collector's piece, representing the richness of African art. A massive wooden, handcrafted Baule mask, used in tribal dances and various traditional ceremonies. The ma...

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li durting 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li durting 2008-2010 i...

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside” series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series was created and painted during 2007-2010.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in...

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the...

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.

"Lost in countryside" series with black metallic frame, oil on canvas. This series of paintings were painted/created by Yong Li during 2008-2010 in the rural areas of China.