Vintage Siddur Avodat Israel with English translation, housed in an elaborate silver-tone decorative metal case. A stunning example of mid-century Israeli Judaica craftsmanship featuring intricate hammered metalwork, raised filigree Ten Commandments tablets with Stars of David, crown adorned with turquoise cabochons, and four large corner stones in turquoise and opal tones. Reverse panel features an engraved Jerusalem cityscape medallion surrounded by detailed scrollwork border.
Published by Sinai Publishing, Tel Aviv. Printed in Israel by Ortsel Ltd.
Interior inscribed in blue ink in a loving hand:
"March 23 - 1964 / To my wife – Franny / love me always, your Nate / I love you very much."
Dedications and personal inscriptions are considered highly desirable provenance by Judaica collectors — this piece carries both exceptional craft and a beautiful human story.
Case and book intact. Wear consistent with age and storage.
Ships carefully wrapped and padded.
Category: Vintage Collectibles > Judaica > Prayer Books
Era: 1960s
Origin: Israel
Material: Silver-tone metal, turquoise and opal cabochon stones