Tefillin with velvet pouch
Extent and Medium
a: Height: 3.000 inches (7.62 cm) | Width: 2.000 inches (5.08 cm)
b: Height: 3.500 inches (8.89 cm) | Width: 1.750 inches (4.445 cm)
c: Height: 7.000 inches (17.78 cm) | Width: 4.500 inches (11.43 cm)
Archival History
The tefillin was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2017 by Deborah Zuckerbrod, the granddaughter of Emanuel Moravetz (James E. Morris).
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Deborah Zuckerbrod
Scope and Content
Tefillin with velvet pouch. The pouch is monogrammed with the initials H.M. The tefillin and pouch belonged to Emanuel Moravec, later James E. Morris; Teffilin consist of a complete set of leather boxes with straps, one worn on the forehead and one on the forearm and hand, in a velvet bag, with the owner’s initials.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Tefillin (a and b) with velvet pouch (c). The pouch is brown velvet with a striped fabric lining and is monogrammed with the initials H.M.
initials H.M. on velvet pouch
Genre
- Jewish Art and Symbolism
- Object