This finely crafted, double-sided solid sterling silver miniature sculpture depicts a traditional Chanukkah scene framed within an elegant arched window. The front of the tablet features a deeply embossed, three-dimensional holiday vignette. Centered in the composition is a classic nine-branched Hanukkah Menorah (Chanukiah). To its left rests a decorative footed bowl filled to the brim with sufganiyot (traditional holiday jelly donuts) or latkes, while a beautifully detailed, angled dreidel showing visible Hebrew lettering sits to the right. The entire scene is set against a finely textured backdrop mimicking a residential window overlooking the holiday celebrations.

On the reverse side, the sculpture transforms into a striking modernist bas-relief. It illustrates a single, towering candle—symbolizing the Shamash helper candle —surrounded by sweeping, organic, undulating waves that represent radiant light energy. The lower-left corner bears a crisp, recessed artisan hallmark reading "DOVE 925", guaranteeing its solid .925 sterling silver purity. Finished with a textured, wood-grain styled base, this solid silver piece stands entirely independently, making it an excellent desk ornament, cabinet miniature, or travel icon.

Item Specifics

• Material: Solid .925 Sterling Silver

• Maker/Artisan Mark: DOVE

• Origin: Likely Israel or an international studio Judaica silversmith

• Age: Circa late 20th Century (approx. 1980s–1990s)

• Dimensions: Approximately 2.75" x 1.5" (7.0 cm x 3.8 cm)

• Weight: 24.0 Grams

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The silver retains a gorgeous natural patina within the recessed relief lines, providing excellent depth and contrast to the artwork. Structurally flawless. No dings, deep scratches, or repairs.

Reference

Book Title: A Collectors' Guide to Judaica Author: Jay Weinstein Page Reference: Page 114 (For stylistic reference regarding late 20th-century secular and miniature travel Chanukiahs, holiday window presentation miniatures, and standard international silver purity designations).

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