Bidspirit auction | Baal Shem Tov style silver

Baal Shem Tov style silver and brass Menorah-Chanukiah, Eastern European, Circa 1845 Circular design filigree base and back plate with two pillars supporting a brass lion on hind legs perched on either side of this wonderful Chanukkiah. The lions reach up to the top of the backplate which is adorned with a stunning brass and silver filigree crown. Oil jugs are brass. Two Shammas holders, one on each side. Height 27cm Width 24cm see similar Baal Shem Tov Chanukkiah Sothebys Judaica auction , December 1987 Lot 347 , 350