Chanukah lamp. [Probably Europe, 20th century].

Silver, embossed, repoussé, pierced and cut (with false maker's mark of M. Mayer and hallmark of Vienna, dated 1858).

Large silver Chanukah lamp, in a design widespread in 19th-century Austro-Hungary. The back side is decorated with a large medallion surrounded by vegetal patterns and geometrical lattice decorations, topped by a large crown. Other sides decorated with matching pattern. Removable row of oil fonts and saw-like drip pan.

Height: 29 cm. Width: 28.5 cm, depth: 7.5 cm. Good condition. Lacking servant light.

Provenance:

1. Oscar and Regina Gruss, New York.

2. Heirs of the above.