Illustrated Kosher Slaughter and Poultry Certificate, 1981. Printed kosher slaughter and poultry certification document, dated 1981, written primarily in Hebrew and signed by the head of a rabbinical court. The certificate is embellished with hand-drawn architectural and symbolic illustrations, including a classical columned structure framing the text, decorative pediment motifs at the top, and animal figures-likely gazelles or deer-at the bases of the columns. The drawings are executed in colored pencil or similar medium, with soft tones of pink, yellow, blue, and brown, giving the document a ceremonial and devotional appearance.
The central text block is neatly arranged within the illustrated framework, with an official circular ink stamp and handwritten notations and signature applied below, attesting to its rabbinical authorization. The sheet is mounted or framed under glass, with visible folds, light creasing, and scattered discoloration consistent with age and handling. Noted provenance includes sale at Kestenbaum Auction, New York City, 1999.
Estimated Value $200 - 300
Judaica
