Antique Religious Items » deer https://antiquereligiousitems.com Tue, 05 May 2026 01:54:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1 Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2026/03/19/rare-15thc-spanish-torah-fragment-pre-expulsion-deer-parchment-inverted-nun/ https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2026/03/19/rare-15thc-spanish-torah-fragment-pre-expulsion-deer-parchment-inverted-nun/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:42:47 +0000 https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2026/03/19/rare-15thc-spanish-torah-fragment-pre-expulsion-deer-parchment-inverted-nun/ [Continue]]]>
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun

Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
Rare 15th Century Spanish Torah Scroll Fragment – Pre-Expulsion – Deer Parchment. Material: Rare Deer Parchment (Klaf Tzvi). Type: Torah Scroll Fragment / Manuscript. Date: Circa 15th Century (Pre-Expulsion Spain). Script: Sephardic (Spanish) Scribal Tradition. ### Overview: An Extraordinary Piece of History. This manuscript dates back to 15th-century Spain, making it one of the few surviving examples of Jewish scribal tradition from the Golden Age of Spain, just before the Expulsion of 1492. Following the Spanish Expulsion, such scrolls traveled with the exiles to the Ottoman Empire and eventually reached Eretz Israel. This tradition deeply influenced the holy city of Safed, the 16th-century world center of Kabbalah. This fragment is a living witness to that monumental journey. ### Content: The Mystery of the Inverted’? “Nun”. This specific fragment contains one of the most unique and mysterious sections in the entire Torah: Numbers 10:10 – 11:5. “Vayehi Binsoa HaAron” (Numbers 10:35-36): These two iconic verses describe the movement and resting of the Holy Ark. Recited globally in synagogues today, they represent Divine guidance and protection. The Inverted “Nun” (?) : This fragment features the rare and ancient scribal anomaly of the Inverted Nunim. In the Sephardic tradition, these letters bracket the verses of the Ark’s journey. According to the Talmud, they signify that these two verses constitute a “separate book” of the Torah, turning the 5 Books of Moses into 7. The “Mit’onanim” (The Complainers): The text continues into the beginning of Chapter 11, documenting the Israelites’ longing for the foods of Egypt (fish, cucumbers, and onions) and the shift from spiritual heights to human frailty. ### Unique Scribal Art & Kabbalistic Secrets. Paleographic Identification: A metric analysis shows a character height of 4 nib-widths (quills). This precise ratio is a definitive diagnostic tool used by experts to confirm 15th-century Spanish (Sephardic) origins. Material & Appearance: Written on Rare Deer Parchment (Klaf Tzvi), the fragment possesses a beautiful, warm, deep brown hue. This rich color is the result of the ancient organic tanning process, which has aged gracefully over 500 years. This fragment has been examined by renowned Judaica experts. Yechiel Zeitlin: Expert in ancient Hebrew scripts and the history of STAM. Rabbi Yehoshua Yankelovitch: A leading authority on ancient manuscripts and parchment identification. Considering its age of over 500 years, the fragment shows signs of its long history. It is a partial text fragment showing significant signs of age, including natural oxidation, moisture stains, and “burnt” or naturally worn edges. These imperfections are not considered defects, but rather a layer of authenticity and “soul” that collectors of ancient Judaica greatly value. Display Potential: This is an ideal candidate for professional framing. Once displayed under glass, it serves as a breathtaking centerpiece and a sacred family heirloom that will be preserved for generations. 20 cm (8 inches). Width (at widest point): Approx. 26 cm (10 inches). ### A Rare Opportunity. Owning a pre-expulsion Spanish Torah fragment is more than mere collecting; it is holding a tangible piece of the Jewish soul. It is a museum-quality artifact and a sacred family heirloom. Secured, professional packaging to ensure this delicate manuscript reaches you in safety. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully as they are the primary representation of the item’s condition. If you have any questions, We strive to answer all questions and resolve any problems as quickly as possible. Check out my other items. We have many Fragments of The Bible available. Please write us if you are interested in any specific Fragment.
Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun
]]> https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2026/03/19/rare-15thc-spanish-torah-fragment-pre-expulsion-deer-parchment-inverted-nun/feed/ 0 Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2019/02/19/antique-19th-century-german-stained-glass-window-religious-scene-stag-deer/ https://antiquereligiousitems.com/2019/02/19/antique-19th-century-german-stained-glass-window-religious-scene-stag-deer/#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2019 16:36:54 +0000 http://antiquereligiousitems.com/2019/02/19/antique-19th-century-german-stained-glass-window-religious-scene-stag-deer/ [Continue]]]>
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer

Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
Antique finely painted stained glass window probably 19th century German featuring a religious scene or myth of a stag in the forest. Some items we offer have age and wear, this wear due to age may include breaks, repairs, repainting, or restoration, we try to call this damage as well as possible but please refer to the photography for a full description. HEIGHT 17 7/8 inches 31.5 cm. WIDTH 9 3/8 inches 23.7 cm. We do not guarantee the age of any piece we sell, we are not experts on age and can only describe the items to the best of our ability. Our descriptions are solely there to assist buyers finding the items and are not an accurate description of the item in all cases. Ultimately the pictures we take serve as our description. This fine antique is offered with a fair and reasonable fixed price, I trust my descriptions and photos detail this item to justify the asking price. If you do need information I have neglected to include, make an offer, or additional photos, please don’t hesitate to ask, I will do my best to comply. The item “Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer” is in sale since Tuesday, January 29, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Architectural & Garden\Stained Glass Windows”. The seller is “theoldcanaanmarket” and is located in Canaan, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Antique 19th Century German Stained Glass Window Religious Scene Stag Deer
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