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Scroll or Megillah of Esther

Unknown artist, 1650

Scroll or Megillah of Esther illuminated at the beginning by an Italian artist. Cylindrical case of parcel-gilt silver circa 1650 chased with three tiers of silver gilt arches decorated with scenes from the Book of Esther. Hebrew titles. Crank handle. Stolen from the collection in 1984.

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Title of artwork, date

Scroll or Megillah of Esther, 1650

Date supported

1938

Medium and material

Parchment

Gifted by

Viscount Bearsted

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