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Vintage Israeli Brass Book Stand / Shtender - Ten Commandments Motif
Vintage Israeli Brass Shtender Book Stand Ten Commandments Crown Enameled Judaica
📜 Item Overview
This is a striking vintage Israeli brass book stand (Shtender), designed for holding a Siddur, Tehillim, or small religious volume. The piece features iconic Jewish symbolism, making it both a functional ritual object and a beautiful display piece of mid-20th-century Israeli metalwork.
The design is centered around the Luchot HaBrit (Ten Commandments), represented by the first ten letters of the Hebrew alphabet (Aleph through Yud). It is crowned with an ornate, multi-colored enameled crown, symbolizing the \"Crown of Torah.\"
✨ Design Features
Symbolic Backplate: Open-work brass featuring the Hebrew letters א-י (1-10) set within a textured, tree-bark-like frame.
Enameled Detailing: The \"Keter\" (Crown) at the top and the decorative border at the base feature colorful cloisonné-style enamel inlays in shades of red, yellow, blue, and white.
Collapsible Design: This stand is fully foldable, allowing it to collapse flat for easy storage or transport—ideal for a traveling scholar or a compact library.
Artistic Style: Typical of the \"Bezalel-influenced\" or \"Dain\" era of Israeli brassware, characterized by verdigris-friendly textures and vibrant enamel accents.
📊 Condition & Specifications
Material: Solid Brass with Enamel inlays.
Origin: Made in Israel (Vintage).
Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition. Displays a natural, darkened patina in the recessed areas which highlights the textured metalwork. The enamel is largely intact, and the folding mechanism works smoothly.
Function: Tabletop book rest / Siddur holder / Travel Shtender.
📦 Shipping & Handling
Care: Will be packed with professional-grade padding to protect the enamel and brass structure during transit.
Shipping: Prompt dispatch from New York.
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Vintage Israeli Brass, Hebrew Book Stand, Brass Shtender, Ten Commandments Judaica, Enamel Torah Crown, Foldable Siddur Holder, Travel Shtender, Made in Israel Vintage, Zionist Art, Jewish Ritual Objects.
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