Lot 134
Torah and Nevi'im Rishonim - Hollow Letters
Torah and Nevi'im Rishonim, [Hamburg, 1588].
First vol. of one of the Bible editions printed between 1586-1589 in Hamburg where "root" letters (letters which comprise the word's etymologic root) appear in regular font, and "non-root" letters are printed in a hollow font. Root letters were inserted in smaller fonts on top of every word.
pp. 3-772. [Incomplete copy, missing the Nevi'im Acharonim, the Ketuvim, the Latin title pages and introductions. Includes the Nevi'im Rishonim title page]. 34.5 cm. Good-fair condition, wear and restorations. Numerous remarks in antique Latin handwriting. Damaged binding.
