Artur Markowicz
(Polish, 1872-1934)

"Rabbi Holding the Lulav and Etrog for Sukkoth"

oil on canvas
signed lower left, a printed label identifying artist and two remnants of labels en verso.
Antique frame.
20" x 16", framed 26-1/2" x 22-1/2"

Notes: And you shall take for yourselves on the first day, the fruit of the hadar tree, date palm fronds, a branch of a braided tree, and willows of the brook, and you shall rejoice before the Lord your God for a seven day period.

Leviticus 23:40

During the Jewish harvest festival of Sukkoth, the four plants referenced above are emblematic of God's abundance. The palm, tree, and willows are collectively known as the lulav, while the citric fruit of the hadar tree is the ertog.

Inpainting repairs to robe at collar, in the background, right above proper right shoulder, one spot to the arm. Unevenness of varnish layer, and minor, spot-like losses close to the left edge. Frame with marks, nicks and scattered losses.