This silver gilt and enamel honey dish by Yaakov Davidoff is a luxurious and artistic Judaica item, crafted with intricate detailing and rich symbolism.
Set on an octagonal base resting on three ball feet the tray has a hammered center dome with an attached honeycomb design and adorned with intricate lattice and floral patterns with the familial name commissioned into the artwork.
The honey dish itself has a chalice-like shape and is beautifully designed with a beaded pattern bordering its base with foliate designs and red accents on the raised dome. Shana Tovah U’Metukah is prominently written in Hebrew at the top of its domed base. An intricate floral skirt is designed under its bulbous baluster stem.
Pierced hexagonal patterns, symbolizing honeycombs, backed by yellow-hued glass are fashioned into its main upper body enabling a transparent view into the contents within the dish. The lid covering the the dish is gorgeously designed with a colorful enamel center with pictures of apples and a honey dish atop a lower crescent shape with the words "Tapuch B’Dvash" written at the center.
The hinged cover swings open to reveal gorgeous floral wreaths at its borders and a lovely engraved floral center with the Hebrew words "Yehi Ratzon" stylishly written at the center. A glass dish is inserted into the upper body with a spoon for scooping out the honey placed neatly at its side which is inserted and fitted by a side notch.
This honey dish is made with a blend of classical and contemporary aesthetics, reflecting Davidoff’s expertise in combining traditional motifs with modern artistic techniques.
Provenance: The Drimmer Family Collection.
Marked at Bottom of Honey Dish, Tray & Spoon.
Tray: Width, 22cm x Height, 2 cm.
Honey Dish: Height, 12cm x Diameter, 9.5 cm.
Spoon: Length, 11.5 cm.
31.26 Oz.
Yaakov Davidoff is an artisan jeweler who specializes in Judaica and other unique ceremonial Jewish art designs for over thirty years.
Great Condition
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