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An evocative charcoal drawing of two elderly rabbis engrossed in a book
€ 975,00
This fine charcoal drawing depicts two traditional Jewish scholars—identified by their skullcaps, long beards, and reverent posture—as they lean over an open book in what feels like a beit midrash or synagogal study hall.
The intimate scene reflects early 20th‑century Judaica study culture and would make a great addition to any rare book or Judaica collection.
Provenance
- Rik van Dam (1950-2018), the partner of publisher and passionate book collector Johan Polak (1928-1992).
- Galerie Nieuw Schoten, Amsterdam
Title
[Two Rabbis engrossed in a book].
[The Netherlands?], [early 20th century].
Physical Description
Anonymous charcoal on paper (image: 26,5 x 33,8; sheet: 33,3 x 41,6 cm). Under passepartout. Very well-preserved.
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