Silver-plaque tallit atarah from Morocco — Historical Objects

Description

Neckband of the prayer shawl made of stamped silver plaques or braided thread sewn onto a ribbon and set along the tallit's upper edge. The floral and geometric décor marks the side worn toward the neck. A dress piece of well-to-do Maghrebi families.

Features

Material: Argent
Provenance: Maroc

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