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Torah binder
Italian
late 16th-early 17th century
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave drawnwork and linen embroidery; needlelace inserts, bobbin lace trim
Dimensions
20.3 x 372.1 cm (8" x 146.5".); Legacy dimension: 3.065 x .20
Credit Line
Bequest of James William Paige
Accession Number95.992
CollectionsEurope, Judaica, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
Description" Mr. Ishmael Colonia (May their Rock keep him well) and his wife Mrs. Esther Colonia S.T ("may she live." )
This wrapping is for the scroll containing the Pentateuch and it was donated by the couple Colonia to an Italian synagogue.
This wrapping is for the scroll containing the Pentateuch and it was donated by the couple Colonia to an Italian synagogue.