Auction 65

Large, Unique Wall-Plaque for the Synagogue, Handmade - the Kegavna Prayer - Poland? the 20th Century?

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Large wall-plaque with the Kegavna prayer of the holy Zohar which is said by Chassidic communities at the beginning of the Sabbath Aravit prayer. Handmade, with light color. Square script with large headings. Surrounded by a color border with fish decorations. The large opening words (Kegavna, Raza) are also decorated with scales.

On the lower part, an inscription: "נעשה ונגמר ע"י שמעון גרינברג מפולטוסק" (made by Shimon Greenberg of Poltosk) – it is assumed approx. 80-100 years ago. In a wooden frame with protective glass. Size including the frame: 62X79 cm. Appearing on the left lower edge is an embossed stamp that has not been identified. 

Tears to the edges. Blemishes to frame. Has not been examined outside the frame.