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A silver gilt Judaica Torah Breastplate or Shield, by Moses Salkind & Co.

Creator: Moses Salkind & Co.
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A silver gilt Judaica Torah Breastplate or Shield, by Moses Salkind & Co.
London, 1931
Height 56cm, width 22cm, depth 3cm

Made in London in 1931 by Moses Salkind & Co., this excellent piece of Judaica is a large, ornamental, Torah Shield, or breastplate, used to hold the Jewish holy script in between readings. Based on Mulberry Street, London, Moses Salkind & Co., were leading silversmiths and makers of items of Judaica in particular, and this fine piece is demonstrative of the artistic and decorative merits of their work.

Comprising a chain-suspended silver backplate mounted with various decorative gilt elements, the shield is adorned with three gilt hearts, a large scrolling foliate border, two gilt pillars topped with lions, and mounted either side of a gilt engraved Hebrew plaque for the ten commandments. Beneath there is a small mount for written cards to denote various Jewish holy festivals, announcing the occasion for which the Torah is brought out and a passage recited. A radiant and remarkable piece of silverware, this pleasing piece stands out both for its religious purpose and its exceptional decorative qualities.

Artist/ Maker: Moses Salkind

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Silver-gilt.
Creation Date:	1931
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17050c
Incollect Reference #:	690924

Dimensions

W.	8.66 in;	H.	22.05 in;	D.	1.18 in;
W.	22 cm;	H.	56 cm;	D.	3 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.