Eternal lamp (Ner Tamid) in silver from Italy — Historical Objects

Description

The ner tamid, the perpetual lamp hung before the ark, recalls the flame of the Temple. Italian examples in pierced and repoussé silver take the form of suspended vases or censers on chains, in the baroque taste.

Features

Material: Argent
Provenance: Italie

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