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Lot 96

AN AUSTRIAN MUSICAL SILVER HANUKKIAH
800 standard, maker's mark 'F·K', Vienna, second quarter, 20th century

In the flat stylised form of a tree on a spreading rectangular base, the eight lights arranged in a line above an openwork inscription in Hebrew and the shamash mounted to the front, all but the lights planished, the based accommodating a simple mechanical musical movement
29cm high, 30cm wide, 9.5cm deep, 1,078g (including fittings in the base)

Estimate $800 - $1,200

Sold for $3,800

Overall condition and appearance good
Feet requiring some re-adjusting as not sitting at the same height on the base
The first light (far left) will require re-adusting to sit straight
3.5cm single cylinder musical movement appears to be dislodged within base, not currently operational and possibly rusted
Key not present


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8805
4:00pm - 30 March 2026
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 27 - Sun 29 March, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn, VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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