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The Sabbath Then

Norma Minkowitz (American, born in 1937)
American
2011

Medium/Technique Mixed media: crochet linen, gilded wood
Dimensions Overall: 94 x 174 x 50.8 cm (37 x 68 1/2 x 20 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Norma Minkowitz in memory of her grandparents, Sonia and David Chigrinsky
Accession Number2014.410.1-9
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJudaica
ClassificationsFurniture

DescriptionGilded table flanked by two attached poles with foliate engraving and biblical text painted on sides.

Two gilded poles.

Two circular stacks of crocheted matzot (unleavened bread) with a plate underneath and flaming frankincense on top.

Crocheted wine glass.

Crocheted pitcher.

Crocheted small pitcher.

Crocheted candle holder.
Provenance2011, made by Norma Minkowitz, Westport, CT; 2014, gift of Minkowitz to the MFA. (Accession date: February 26, 2014)