RitualXIXe–XXe siècle
Miniature Torah-scroll amulet pendant from North Africa
Enrich the Great Bookתליון קמע בצורת ספר תורה מוקטן מצפון אפריקה
Description
Small silver pendant imitating a Torah scroll or its case (tik), able to enclose a tiny parchment of verses. Worn at the neck for protection, it joined devotion and jewellery. Widespread in Maghrebi communities, it accompanied women and children in particular.
Features
- Material
- Argent
- Provenance
- Afrique du Nord