{"product_id":"rare-19thc-antique-polish-brass-menorah-large-22-7-7-branch-synagogue-knops","title":"Rare 19th Century Antique Polish Brass 7 Branch Synagogue Menorah with Knops Large 22.7\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for offer is an impressive, museum-quality 19th-century solid brass 7-branch synagogue menorah (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMenorat HaKodesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), originating from the historic Jewish brass-founding centers of Poland\/Eastern Europe. Standing a commanding 22.75 inches tall and weighing over 8 pounds, this candelabra exhibits substantial scale, hand-tooling, and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual Architectural \u0026amp; Biblical Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distinct from standard Eastern European models, this specimen features two rare architectural collar rings adorned with raised, hand-lathe turned spherical knops (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekaftorim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). One ring circles the lower baluster stem directly above the flared base, while the second rings the saucer collar beneath the central \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshamash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cup. These nodules directly evoke the biblical blueprint of the Temple Menorah outlined in Exodus 25:31–40.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Provenance \u0026amp; Design Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Originating from the skilled brass-founding traditions of 19th-century Poland, this 7-branch menorah stands as a rare architectural example of Central European Jewish ceremonial metalwork. Incorporating turned baluster turnings, sweeping foliage scroll arms, and biblical knop collar rings (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekaftorim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), the piece offers exceptional historical presence and classical symmetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Craftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy sand-cast and lathe-turned solid brass components assembled over an internal central core rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe six ornate scrolling arms stack modularly onto fitted collar rings along the central spindle, allowing adjustment and disassembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoined without modern external hardware; the lower baluster section threads directly onto internal stem threads over the core rod, confirming authentic mid-to-late 19th-century bench construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Height: 22.75\" | Width: 17.0\" | Base Diameter: 6.5\" | Weight: 8.2 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Poland \/ Eastern Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Circa 1850–1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Solid Cast Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Outstanding antique condition overall. Excellent structural stability with minor authentic surface wear, light wax residue in the cups, and soft oxidation in the low-lying relief work. Retains its original, unpolished honey-gold antique patina throughout. No cracks, structural repairs, or missing arms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis menorah exhibits key physical markers consistent with authentic 19th-century Eastern European brass founding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoinery \u0026amp; Bench Tooling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The underside of the base features coarse sand-casting texture surrounding the core rod terminus. Rather than utilizing modern machine bolts or exterior hex\/square nuts, the lower baluster stem anchors via direct internal threading over the center spindle—a characteristic hand-fitting method of 19th-century European metalworkers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModular Collar Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The six scrolling arms are individual castings ending in hand-fitted square collars that stack onto corresponding sections of the central rod. Small micro-porosities from sand casting, subtle hand-chased seam lines, and minor natural asymmetry across the foliage arm curves confirm hand-poured artisan manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatina \u0026amp; Oxidation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The brass exhibits a deep olive-gold patination with natural oxidation settled in the low relief of the knops and arm joints. The finish is unpolished and free from modern chemical antiquing treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-201c8666-7fff-44fe-e1be-74a237abf7a0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive Centuries of Hanukkah Lamps from The Jewish Museum Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Susan L. Braunstein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage \/ Reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: See pages 142–148 (Eastern European Synagogue \u0026amp; Home Candelabra) for documentation of 19th-century Polish brass seven-branch candelabra featuring turned baluster stems, modular arm collars, and biblical knop (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekaftor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping calculated by USPS\/UPS\/FedEx based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. However, as dedicated enthusiasts rather than professional appraisers or certified experts, we cannot offer guarantees on authenticity, age, origin, or precise valuation. We strongly recommend that buyers perform their own due diligence, including consulting reference materials or experts, and thoroughly examine the accompanying photographs. These images are an essential component of our listing and depict the item's actual condition, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections consistent with its antique nature. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and form their own assessment on condition, description and authenticity before purchasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll items have signs of wear commensurate with age and usage. The lack of statement regarding condition does not imply that the item is in perfect condition or free from any and all defects. 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