Cabinet Photograph of Torah Breastplate from Martin & Son, London


Cabinet photograph of a silver Torah breastplate, taken by Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Rd., London, England, circa 1885. The photograph was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as part of a set of nine photographs, a drawing, and an envelope. Handwritten notes on the back of the photograph indicate the weight and price of the breastplate, suggesting it was part of a sales inquiry.


Associated People/Businesses

  • Martin & Son
  • Morais, Rabbi Sabato

Geography


Subjects


Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 10, Folder 7