Description
The Pal Bell Large Maurice Ascalon Bowl (1939-1956) with an enameled bronze insert is a valuable and historically significant piece of mid-century Judaica and design. Maurice Ascalon, the founder of Pal-Bell Company in Israel, was a pioneering designer who created works that are now highly collectible, blending modernist design with traditional Jewish themes.
Maurice Ascalon, a sculptor and industrial designer, is celebrated for his innovative contributions to Jewish ceremonial art and modernist metalwork. He founded the Pal-Bell Company in 1939, which became known for producing decorative items and ritual objects in brass and bronze, often with patina finishes and enamel details.