This is a stunning vintage Mid-Century Modern shadow box featuring a seven-branch Menorah (Temple Menorah style). The menorah is cast and intricately detailed with colorful enamel shields representing the Twelve Tribes of Israel.

The piece is professionally mounted on a rich, golden-yellow crushed velvet background. The menorah itself sits upon a tiered pedestal, giving it a 3D effect within the deep shadow box. The frame is an elegant octagonal shape with a gold-gilt finish and a classic wood-grain exterior. The backing is original paper with a standard D-ring hanger.

Origin: Israel

Age: circa 1960s – 1970s

Material: Cast metal, cold enamel, wood pedestal, glass, velvet, and wood frame.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The enamel remains bright and intact with no visible chipping. The gold velvet background is clean and has retained its vibrancy. The frame shows minor age-appropriate wear/scuffing to the gilt edges, which adds to its authentic vintage character. The glass is clear with no cracks or heavy scratches.

Reference

Reference: Israeli Art Metal: Dayagi, Oppenheim, and the Founders of the Israeli Craft Movement, by Nurit Sirkis Bank. Note: While these shadow boxes were often unmarked, they follow the exact design language of the 12 Tribes motifs documented in standard Israeli metalware catalogs from the 1960s.

Item dimensions: 12.25" tall × 10.5" wide × 2" deep  

Weight of item: 2 lb 3 oz

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