A striking pair of Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist Israeli Shabbat candlestick holders handcrafted by Eilon Mosaics in Kibbutz Eilon, Israel. Styled in a sweeping, stylized curved form evoking the traditional ceremonial Jewish Shofar (ram's horn), each candle holder features a heavy, hand-hammered copper shell with a arched base foot and brass candle cups. The front curves are inset with hand-cut tesserae of natural Holy Land stone, exhibiting varied warm earth tones including ochre, terracotta, tan, and cream.
The undersides retain original gold foil maker’s labels reading "EILON MOSAICS - ISRAEL" alongside Hebrew text (מוזאיקה אילון).
Origin & Age
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Origin: Kibbutz Eilon, Galilee, Israel
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Period/Age: Mid-Century Modern, circa 1960s–1970s
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Maker: Eilon Mosaics
Material
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Hand-hammered heavy sheet copper body
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Natural Holy Land stone mosaic tesserae
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Solid turned brass upper candle sockets
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Copper rivets
Dimensions & Weight
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Height: Approx. 9" to 10" tall
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Combined Weight: 2 lbs 10.9 oz
Condition Report
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Overall Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition.
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Patina & Metal: Unpolished original hand-hammered copper displays rich, dark oxidized age toning, minor verdigris/green oxidation in crevices around base joints, and authentic surface wear consistent with age and use.
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Mosaic Work: Natural stone tesserae are completely intact with tight original grout matrix.
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Socket / Base Integrity: Copper foot bases and brass sockets remain firm and structurally sound. Original metallic foil labels are present on both pieces with light age wear/peeling at borders.
Authenticity Assessment
These candlesticks exhibit all canonical hallmarks of authentic mid-century Eilon Mosaics metalwork:
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Foil Labels: Both pieces feature original gold foil factory labels displaying the official bilingual brand mark (EILON MOSAICS / מוזאיקה אילון) and ISRAEL stamp.
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Construction: Hand-hammered copper body construction with visible copper rivets at the foot mount, matching early Kibbutz Eilon production methods.
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Materials: Micro-sliced natural Galilee marble/stone mosaic tiles flush-set in a characteristic mortar matrix, distinct from modern resin or painted imitations.
Reference
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Book Title: Judaica: Art and Religion
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Author: Sharon R. Weintraub
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Page / Reference: Page 114 (Discussion on Mid-Century Israeli Metalwork, Studio Judaica, and Kibbutz Eilon Crafts)
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