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Lot 93

Embroidered Matzah Basket – Germany or Poland, 19th/20th Century

Matzah basket. [Germany or Poland, late 19th or early 20th century].
Red cotton thread embroidery on canvas; cardboard base.
Round basket with high side walls, embroidered with the inscription: "Seven days shall you eat matzah" (Hebrew) and a floral ornament. Additional fabric lining inside for covering the matzah.

Height: 14.5 cm. Width: approx. 32X27 cm. Overall good condition. Stains. Minor fraying and wear.

For comparison, see: Israel Museum collection, items B50.02.1788; 158/007.