No. 101595227

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Kiddush cup - Alpaca Silver plated - Jewish Neo-Baroque Cup
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€ 91
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Kiddush cup - Alpaca Silver plated - Jewish Neo-Baroque Cup

A magnificent, large, and opulent silver-plated alpaca Kiddush Cup, used ceremonially for the sanctification of Shabbat and Jewish holidays. This piece, in a distinctly eclectic/neo-Baroque style, stands out for its profuse ornamentation and imposing scale, making it a culturally significant artifact of European Jewish ceremonial art of its time. -Material: Silver-Plated Alpaca (German or Maillechort Silver). -Use: Kiddush Cup (Jewish ceremonial use). -Mark: Punch on the base with the inscription "ALPACA," confirming the material. -Origin: Probably from the Spanish or Iberian Jewish community, reflecting the re-establishment of Jewish communal life in the early 20th century. -Estimated Period: Late 19th Century – First Half of the 20th Century (c. 1890-1940). -Style: Neo-Baroque. Characterized by its sumptuousness, the use of scrolls, and the contrast of textures for a striking visual effect. -Technique: Mechanical printing and embossing with a matte/pitted background, typical of high-quality industrial production that sought to emulate fine handwork. -Detailed Ornamentation *The Body: Features an elaborate embossed relief pattern with stylized plant motifs (acanthus leaves and scrolls). The pitted textured background highlights the main motifs and decorative panels. *Cabochons: Set with four convex-polished carnelian cabochons, whose intense red color traditionally symbolizes joy and vitality in a ceremonial context. *The Stem: Solid design with a flared base, decorated with ornamental details in relief that maintain the piece's Neo-Baroque aesthetic coherence. Measurements: Height 16 cm | Mouth Diameter 11.8 cm | Base Diameter 8.8 cm. (Additional detailed measurements: neck 4.1 cm and stem 3.3 cm). Condition: The goblet is in very good condition. It maintains a spectacular silvery sheen on the exterior, with crisp reliefs and intact cabochons. The interior exhibits a natural dark patina due to historical ritual use and contact with wine, which certifies its authenticity. This piece is ready for display or high-end decorative use. Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance

No. 101595227

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Kiddush cup - Alpaca Silver plated - Jewish Neo-Baroque Cup

Kiddush cup - Alpaca Silver plated - Jewish Neo-Baroque Cup

A magnificent, large, and opulent silver-plated alpaca Kiddush Cup, used ceremonially for the sanctification of Shabbat and Jewish holidays. This piece, in a distinctly eclectic/neo-Baroque style, stands out for its profuse ornamentation and imposing scale, making it a culturally significant artifact of European Jewish ceremonial art of its time.
-Material: Silver-Plated Alpaca (German or Maillechort Silver).
-Use: Kiddush Cup (Jewish ceremonial use).
-Mark: Punch on the base with the inscription "ALPACA," confirming the material.
-Origin: Probably from the Spanish or Iberian Jewish community, reflecting the re-establishment of Jewish communal life in the early 20th century.
-Estimated Period: Late 19th Century – First Half of the 20th Century (c. 1890-1940).
-Style: Neo-Baroque. Characterized by its sumptuousness, the use of scrolls, and the contrast of textures for a striking visual effect.
-Technique: Mechanical printing and embossing with a matte/pitted background, typical of high-quality industrial production that sought to emulate fine handwork.
-Detailed Ornamentation
*The Body: Features an elaborate embossed relief pattern with stylized plant motifs (acanthus leaves and scrolls). The pitted textured background highlights the main motifs and decorative panels.
*Cabochons: Set with four convex-polished carnelian cabochons, whose intense red color traditionally symbolizes joy and vitality in a ceremonial context. *The Stem: Solid design with a flared base, decorated with ornamental details in relief that maintain the piece's Neo-Baroque aesthetic coherence.
Measurements: Height 16 cm | Mouth Diameter 11.8 cm | Base Diameter 8.8 cm. (Additional detailed measurements: neck 4.1 cm and stem 3.3 cm).
Condition: The goblet is in very good condition. It maintains a spectacular silvery sheen on the exterior, with crisp reliefs and intact cabochons. The interior exhibits a natural dark patina due to historical ritual use and contact with wine, which certifies its authenticity. This piece is ready for display or high-end decorative use.
Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance

Final bid
€ 91
Clément Floch
Expert
Estimate  € 120 - € 180

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