Hamsa Keychain based on Synagogue Lamp Decoration. Morocco. Early 20th Century - Silver Plated
Accentuate your bag or key ring with this stunning Moroccan hamsa keychain:
- Silver plated in the shape of a hamsa with a beautiful floral motif throughout.
- Based on a hanging synagogue lamp in 20th century Tetuan, Morocco for an intricate, classic look.
- Add a touch of spirituality and Jewish history to your accessories wherever you go!
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Silver Plated
Size: 1.7" X 4" / 4.2 cm X 10 cm
This beautiful hamsa will add a touch of beauty to your average keychain! It features and ornate foliate engraving typical of North African artwork. Uniquely, the thumb of the hamsa is in the shape of a rooster's head.
The original object was a pendant hanging from a synagogue lamp made in Tetuan, Morocco approximately in the early 20th century. It belongs to the Feuchtwanger Collection, purchased and donated to the Israel Museum by Baruch and Ruth Rappaport, Geneva.
This item comes with a certificate of authenticity of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Enclosed is a short description of its historical background in English and Hebrew.