![Ibex horn shofar. [Palestine, first half of 20th century].
Ibex horn, carved and engraved.
Inscribed with the Hebre](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Ol33b-public/587.jpg "Large Ibex Horn Shofar – Palestine")
Online Auction 33, Part II: Judaica
Chassidic and Kabbalistic Books, Manuscripts and Letters, Photographs, Engravings, Jewish Ceremonial Art
Large Ibex Horn Shofar – Palestine
Opening: $250
Sold for: $313
Including buyer's premium
Ibex horn shofar. [Palestine, first half of 20th century].
Ibex horn, carved and engraved.
Inscribed with the Hebrew word "shofar."
Shofars made from ibex horns are considered rarities, insofar as the ibex is a protected species in Israel, and hunting this animal is prohibited by law.
Length: Approx. 46 cm. Good-fair condition. Fractures and other damage.
Discovered in a genizah (repository for sacred documents and objects) in Jerusalem.
Various Objects - Judaica
Various Objects - Judaica