Cabinet Photograph of Torah Finials from Martin & Son, London

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah, offered for sale by Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Road, London, England. The photograph, part of a set of nine, includes handwritten notes on the back indicating item number, weight (70), and price (£1.1 per ounce). The set was sent circa 1885 to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, likely as part of an inquiry to purchase ritual objects.

Associated People/Businesses

• Benelisha, A.
• Martin & Son

Geography

• London

Subjects

• Rimmonim (Torah ornaments)
• Religious articles
• Cabinet photographs

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 10, Folder 1