Illustrated Esther Scroll - Wooden Case - Israel

Illustrated Esther Scroll - Wooden Case - Israel
Illustrated Esther scroll, in a wooden case. [Israel, 20th/21th century]. Sephardic script (second half of the 20th century), with later illustrations (late 20th century or early 21th century). Ink and paint on parchment; turned wood. Decorated pillars separate the text columns. At the top of the scroll, between the pillars, appear scenes from the story of the scroll. The membranes are glued to each other, not sewn with sinews. 21 lines per column. Height of parchment: 25 cm. Height of case (including roller): 51 cm. Good condition. Minor creases.