Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Lechem Shamayim – Wandsbek, 1733 – First Edition – Rabbi Yaakov Emden's First Book
Opening: $300
Sold for: $525
Including buyer's premium
Lechem Shamayim, on the Mishnayot, Part I, with Binyan Beit HaBechirah, by Rabbi Yaakov Emden (the Yaavetz). Wandsbek, [1733]. First edition.
The Yaavetz's first published book and the only one of his books not printed in Altona, where he established his printing press. An illustration on verso of title page depicts the altar according to the Raavad.
118, 120-121 leaves. Lacking final leaf. 32.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dark stains. Minor wear. Minor open tears to several leaves (including title page), slightly affecting text. Paper repairs on both sides of title page. Stamps. New binding.
PLEASE NOTE: Item description was shortened in translation. For further information, please refer to Hebrew text.
The Yaavetz's first published book and the only one of his books not printed in Altona, where he established his printing press. An illustration on verso of title page depicts the altar according to the Raavad.
118, 120-121 leaves. Lacking final leaf. 32.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dark stains. Minor wear. Minor open tears to several leaves (including title page), slightly affecting text. Paper repairs on both sides of title page. Stamps. New binding.
PLEASE NOTE: Item description was shortened in translation. For further information, please refer to Hebrew text.
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