Presenting a fine and heavy hand-cast brass North African Hanukkah oil lamp (Chanukiah), traditionally designed to be wall-hung or displayed on a flat surface. This exceptional piece features an elaborate openwork filigree backplate adorned with stylized bird finials and foliate scrolls, surmounted by a suspension ring. The base consists of a row of eight pinched oil reservoirs with distinct spouts, accompanied by an integrated central shamash (servant light) positioned on the backplate. The piece exhibits deep verdigris oxidation, surface wear, and remnants of historical candle wax left entirely untouched to preserve its museum-grade historical integrity and original as-found patina.
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Origin: North Africa (typically attributed to Jewish artisan communities in Morocco, Algeria, or Tunisia)
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Age: Late 19th to Early 20th Century (circa 1880–1920)
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Dimensions: Approximately 12 inches tall and 7 inches wide
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Material: Heavy Cast Brass / Bronze Alloy
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Condition: Good antique condition. Heavy as-found patination with verdigris and old wax residue. Features a stable construction with hand-fitted components, minor casting irregularities, and traditional hand-chiseled details consistent with authentic regional folk metalwork.
Authenticity Assessment
Close visual examination of the casting grain, backplate attachment points, and undersides reveals the distinct textural pitting and slight irregularities characteristic of traditional sand-casting methods. Modern reproductions are typically smooth die-cast or investment-cast pieces that lack these tactile flaws. Furthermore, the green verdigris oxidation is deeply embedded within the microscopic crevices of the metal rather than appearing as a superficial painted-on wash, confirming genuine age and environmental maturation over many decades.
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