Judaica Vintage Salonika Style Bronze Cast Hanukkah Oil Menorah "Ner Mitzvah" Mid-20th Century
For sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage Hanukkah oil menorah, cast in heavy bronze. This piece is designed in the classic Salonika (Greek) style, featuring ornate openwork with traditional bird motifs and floral scrolls.
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Design: The backplate depicts a central vase (Kantharos) with symmetrical birds and scrolling vines. It includes a ring at the top for wall hanging.
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Inscription: Features the Hebrew verse from Proverbs 6:23: "כי נר מצווה ותורה אור" ("For the commandment is a lamp and the Torah is light").
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, natural green patina (verdigris) accumulated over decades of use.
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Functionality: Contains 8 oil fonts in a row and a central elevated "Shamash" (servant light).
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The Shamash (servant light) is securely welded in place with a slight, characteristic tilt to the right.
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Era: Mid-20th Century.
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Material: Solid Cast Bronze
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Height- 20 cm; 7.9 inch
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Width- 15.5 cm; 6.1 inch
- Depth- 5 cm; 2 inch
- 832 grams
A perfect addition to any Judaica collection or a meaningful holiday gift.