Charity Box 'Hevrat Rochtzim' - iron. Europe, late 18th / early 19th century.
A charity box made of cast iron. In the center is an engraving work of the inscription: "Hevrat Rochtzim". Lid with a slot attached to the hinge, and a tab for locking. And carrying handle.
"Hevrat Rochtzim" are part of the Hevreh Kadisha, their function is to bathe the deceased, each limb separately in a special order, reciting verses from the Song of Songs, and then pouring over the whole body of the deceased 9 cabins of water.
See: Catalog of the Jewish Museum in London, edited by R. D. BANETT 1974, Item No. 579.
* A Collection Guide to Judaica by Jay Weinstein, London 1985, Item No. 116.
* Sotheby's Catalog Judaica - December 18, 1986 Item No. 202.
Height: 11, diameter: 8 cm. Very good condition.
