Amulet case adorned with menorah, censer, Tablets of the Law, and incense altar

Institution

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Object description:

These types of amulet cases, called Shaddai, were hung above a baby's cradle. They were originally used to contain an amulet, inscribed on paper or parchment, and intended to protect the child from the violence of nature and from sorcery and demons.

Object/Work type:

vessels

Cultural Heritage type:

Containers (hierarchy name)

Location:

Jerusalem - Israel

Object measurements:

H: 14.2; W: 9.5 cm

Production

Date: 18th century

Material/Technique: Silver, cast, repouss?, pierced, engraved and partly gilt; agate

Acquisition

Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Subject/theme:

Jewish Art, Amulets, amuletic rings, Jewish Art and Life

Resource

Rights Type:  

Record

Source: The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Identifier: 194887