Not on display

Sabbath Lamp

18th century (made)

A Sabbath lamp of cast brass, of the type known as Judenstern (Jewish star). It consists of a baluster suspension rod, from which hangs a semicircular bowl with seven spouts for wicks, hanging below is a drip pan.

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This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Sabbath Lamp
  • Sabbath Lamp
Physical description
A Sabbath lamp of cast brass, of the type known as Judenstern (Jewish star). It consists of a baluster suspension rod, from which hangs a semicircular bowl with seven spouts for wicks, hanging below is a drip pan.
Collection
Accession number
1512B-1903

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Record createdJanuary 11, 2005
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