{"product_id":"19th-century-copper-judaica-ritual-hand-washing-vessel-natla","title":"19th Century Copper Judaica Ritual Hand-Washing Vessel (Natla)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful hand-hammered copper ritual hand-washing vessel used for Netilat Yadayim, the traditional Jewish ceremonial washing of the hands. European, mid-19th century. Constructed from hand-worked copper with a dovetailed vertical seam, rolled rim, and distinctive opposing strap handles secured by hand-riveted tabs. The elegant waisted form and symmetrical double handles are characteristic of traditional natla vessels used in Jewish households throughout Eastern and Central Europe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetains a rich copper surface with scattered verdigris at seams and joins, evidence of age and use. Accompanied by an old handwritten family note found within the vessel referencing a family member’s journey to America, adding an appealing layer of provenance and immigrant history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn evocative survivor of Jewish domestic and religious life with strong sculptural presence and folk-art appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkism Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45357283737709,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/1957\/4381\/files\/6285613B-CC24-41A9-A5A0-D082D11EECE6.jpg?v=1781968323","url":"https:\/\/folkismantiques.com\/products\/19th-century-copper-judaica-ritual-hand-washing-vessel-natla","provider":"Folkism Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}