This is a beautiful, highly textured vintage Judaica sculpture depicting Moses holding the Tablets of the Law (the Ten Commandments) written in incised Hebrew script. Standing at approximately 8.5" tall and 4.25" wide, this dramatic figurine features a kneeling Moses on a craggy, coral-like mountain base that simulates the rugged peaks of Mount Sinai.

The figure is dressed in an intricately textured, deeply stippled slate-blue robe accented with an elegant, hand-painted gold trim along the hemline. Moses is rendered with a flowing white beard and hair, presenting a deeply expressive and revered presentation. He cradles the dual tablets, which are finished with a soft cream/tan glaze and highlighted by bright gilt accents along the rounded upper frame.

The reverse side of the textured base features a dedicated, smooth-glazed oval cartouche containing the hand-painted artist signature. The underside shows a matching slip-cast finish with a hand-spattered iron-oxide styling. This piece is a compelling blend of Mid-Century modern forms and traditional religious themes, making it an excellent display piece for a bookshelf, mantel, or curated collection of historical Judaica art.

Technical Specifications

• Subject: Moses Holding the Ten Commandments (Tablets of the Law)

• Artist: Possibly Abraham Kranich

• Age / Production Date: 1985

• Material: Cast Resin / Composite Polymer

• Finish: Multi-textural paint, faux-stone stippling, slip-glaze, and gilt (gold leaf) accents

• Dimensions: Approx. 8.5" Height x 4.25" Width

• Origin: Israel / United States

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Very Good to Excellent vintage condition.

• Surface: The textured blue and white painted surfaces remain crisp, vibrant, and free of notable fading or discoloration. The gold gilt work on the tablets and robe edges retains strong brilliance with only trace vintage shelf wear.

• Structural Integrity: Structurally sound with no repairs. There is a micro-fissure or clean stable hairline checking visible on the left leg/ankle area from the original casting/setting process, which does not impact the stability or safety of the display.

Item dimensions: 8.5" tall × 4.5" wide × 3" deep  

Weight of item: 1 lb  

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