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An Engraved Pewter Snuff Box, Circa 1900 Judaica
$900
£668.20
€778.64
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CHF 727.34
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NOK 9,253.23
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This charming engraved pewter snuff box, dating to circa 1900, is a beautifully preserved example of everyday Judaica—a personal object once carried and cherished, now elevated by its artistry and cultural resonance.
Cast in a rectangular form with gracefully rounded upper and lower edges, the box features a hinged lid intricately adorned with delicate scrolled engravings. The flowing foliate patterns are arranged in a symmetrical design, framing a central gilt-toned plaque that provides both visual contrast and focal significance.
At the center of this plaque, carefully engraved in Hebrew script, appears the name of its original owner:
"אריה שתערענגאס" – Aryeh Shterengas.
The choice of pewter, a commonly used yet humble material, reflects the practicality and modest means of many Jewish communities in Eastern and Central Europe at the turn of the 20th century, while the personalized inscription and ornamentation imbue the piece with sentimental value and individual distinction.
Snuff boxes such as this served both a ritual-social function and a personal identity, often gifted or passed down through generations. The preservation of the name in Hebrew further deepens its Jewish historical context, offering a tangible link to its owner’s heritage and daily life.
A fine and evocative piece of vernacular Judaica, this snuff box stands as a testament to the artistry found in personal Jewish objects, as well as the cultural importance of preserving names and narratives within the fabric of Jewish material culture.
- Dimensions:Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Pewter,Engraved
- Place of Origin:Poland
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5281245675952
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