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Antique Torah Scroll Mantle – Silver Thread Embroidery – Hungary/Transylvania 1912 – Kiskőrös
**Item Specifics:**
* **Religion:** Judaism* **Object Type:** Torah Mantle* **Material:** Velvet with Silver Thread Embroidery (Acid Tested)* **Date of Creation:** 1912(Hebrew year 5672 - תרע"ב)* **Origin:** Kiskőrös (קישקאראש), Hungary* **Dimensions:** Approx. 89 x 46 cm (35" x 18")
**Description:**
A rare and beautiful antique Torah Scroll Mantle (Meil), hand-embroidered with high-quality silver threads on a dark velvet backgroundgreenish. This historic piece originated in the Jewish community of **Kiskőrös** (Kishkarash), Hungary, and is dated to the year **1912**.
**Iconography & Embroidery:**The mantle features classic Jewish ceremonial motifs, including:
* **A Grand Crown (Keter Torah):** Located at the top, symbolizing the sovereignty of the Torah.* **Hebrew Inscriptions:** Surrounding the central wreath and across the fabric.* **Floral Wreath & Leaf Borders:** Elaborate oak-leaf and acorn patterns flanking the text, joined at the bottom with a decorative bow.* **Star Motifs:** Embroidered stars scattered across the upper field.
**Dedication Inscription (Translated from Hebrew):***"Dedicated by the important woman Mrs. Reizel, in memory of the soul of her husband, the Chaver Rabbi Meir Chaim Saloveter, may he rest in peace. In the year 5672 [1912]."*
**Condition:**
* **Material:** The silver embroidery has been acid-tested and confirmed as silver thread.* **State:** The item is in **Fair to Good Antique Condition**. Given its age of over 110 years, there is visible wear to the velvet fabric and some minor tears, which add to its authentic antique character. The embroidery remains largely intact and impressive.* **Size:** Approximately 89 cm (height) by 46 cm (width).
**Historical Significance:**Items from the Hungarian Jewish community pre-dating WWI are increasingly rare. This mantle serves as a poignant piece of Judaica history, representing the craftsmanship and devotion of a community that was profoundly impacted by the events of the 20th century.
**A unique addition for collectors of antique Judaica, textile art, or those with roots in the Hungarian Jewish heritage.**
