{"product_id":"vtg-1950s-heavy-pal-bell-israel-verdigris-brass-9-5-wall-plate-rabbi-shofar","title":"Vintage 1950s Heavy Pal-Bell Israel Verdigris Brass 9.5\" Wall Plate Rabbi Shofar","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis exceptional vintage 1950s Pal-Bell Israel decorative wall plate is a standout example of early mid-century Israeli metalware designed by pioneer sculptor Maurice Ascalon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Measuring a substantial 9.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5 inches in diameter and weighing over a pound (1 lb 1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0 oz),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this piece is significantly larger and heavier than standard production editions,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e featuring an impressive tactile heft and deep architectural depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The rim showcases Pal-Bell's celebrated chemical verdigris finish in a particularly thick,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e crusty,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and deeply textured green oxidation layer that offers a striking visual contrast against the antiqued bronze central medallion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e At the center,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a bold high-relief profile depicts a hooded elder blowing the Shofar before a synagogue Ark topped with a Menorah.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Stamped on the reverse with the classic Pal-Bell oval logo and bilingual \"MADE IN ISRAEL\" marks alongside original concentric spinning lines and an integrated hanging slot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this unpolished,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 100% authentic piece retains its magnificent original surface—making it an ideal acquisition for advanced Judaica collectors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Israeliana enthusiasts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or fine mid-century interior displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment \u0026amp; Forensics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside is stamped with the official, crisp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePal-Bell Co. Ltd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e oval maker's mark alongside the bilingual text \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"MADE IN ISRAEL\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"תוצרת ישראל\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Made in Israel).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForensic Dating \u0026amp; Manufacturing Period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Post-Independence Period (c. 1948–1956):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stamped with the post-1948 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"MADE IN ISRAEL\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designation alongside the iconic Pal-Bell oval hallmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The reverse features fine concentric circular spinning\/lathe marks from hand-finishing, an integrated raised foot rim, and an original factory keyhole hanger. Weighing a heavy 1 lb 1 oz at 9.5 inches in diameter, it reflects Pal-Bell's dense mid-century brass\/bronze casting standards under founder Maurice Ascalon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features Pal-Bell's celebrated early chemical verdigris application—a thick, crusty, highly textured green oxidation that creates a dramatic visual contrast against the bold, copper-red central relief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerdict:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% authentic early-1950s production from the Tel Aviv foundry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rare Heavy Israeli Verdigris Brass Wall Plate \/ Charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker \/ Designer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pal-Bell Co. Ltd. (Designed by Maurice Ascalon)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tel Aviv, Israel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage (c. 1950s)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy Solid Cast Brass \/ Bronze with Chemical Verdigris Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.5 inches (24.1 cm) diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lb 1.0 oz (482 g) — Significantly heavier and larger than standard production sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Iconography: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central medallion displays a high-relief profile of a hooded elder\/rabbi blowing the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShofar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (ram's horn) before a synagogue Ark (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAron Kodesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) topped with a Menorah. The wide outer rim showcases Pal-Bell's signature thick, crusty verdigris patina, accented by subtle incised concentric border rings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition. The original, heavily textured chemical verdigris patina remains entirely intact with rich age-appropriate oxidation and minor handling marks. Completely unpolished and untouched to preserve its original historical surface for collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePal-Bell: Israel's Decorative Metalware 1939–1956\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor \/ Editor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Collection reference standard (Maurice Ascalon Archives)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Listed as Item No. 502 \/ Shofar Blowing Wall Plaque \/ Decorative Plate Series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eShipping calculated by eBay\/USPS\/UPS based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. However, as dedicated enthusiasts rather than professional appraisers or certified experts, we cannot offer guarantees on authenticity, age, origin, or precise valuation. We strongly recommend that buyers perform their own due diligence, including consulting reference materials or experts, and thoroughly examine the accompanying photographs. These images are an essential component of our listing and depict the item's actual condition, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections consistent with its antique nature. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and form their own assessment on condition, description and authenticity before purchasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll items have signs of wear commensurate with age and usage. The lack of statement regarding condition does not imply that the item is in perfect condition or free from any and all defects. 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