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Lithograph of the Interior of the Hebrew Synagogue of Charleston, South Carolina, Destroyed by Fire, April 27, 1838

Lithograph depicting the interior of the Hebrew Synagogue of Charleston, South Carolina, before its destruction by fire on April 27, 1838. The print is dedicated to Rev. Gustavus Poznanski by Solomon N. Carvalho. This synagogue housed the congregation where Reform Judaism in America originated. This is one of several known copies. The lithograph was sold at Sotheby's in New York City on January 18, 2018 for $43,750.

Associated People/Businesses

Carvalho, Solomon Nunes, 1815-1897
Poznanski, Gustavus
Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (Charleston, S.C.)
CARVALHO, S. N.

Geography

Philadelphia
Charleston
South Carolina

Subjects

Synagogues--Destruction and pillage
Lithography
Reform Judaism

Physical Location

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