Candelabra used during Shabbat by Mina Drukman Deac's family
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 12.250 inches (31.115 cm) | Width: 11.000 inches (27.94 cm) | Depth: 3.000 inches (7.62 cm)
Archival History
The candelabra was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2017 by Renée Daniela Deac, the granddaughter of Mina Drukman Deac
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum collection, gift of Renée Daniela Deak
Scope and Content
Candelabra owned by Mina Drukman Deac, born on March 14, 1932 in Chernivtsi, who was deported with her family of five to Transnistria, where her father was killed. This candlestick was taken with them to Transnistria and was used there by the family during Shabbat.
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Silver-colored metal candelabra with three brass-colored cups for thin candles and a rectangular base. The central cup is higher than the two that flank it, and there is a floral design down each side of the candelabra's solid body. There are manufacturer's marks on the base.
Genre
- Candlesticks.
- Object
- Jewish Art and Symbolism