Piskei Halachot by the Mekubal Rabbi Menachem of Rikanati. Bologna, [1538]. HaShutafim (Partners') printing press. First edition.
The author, Rabbi Menachem ben Binyamin Rikanati (1250-1310), was one of the first mekubalim in Italy. This is his book of halachic rulings. This work was an important source for halachic rulings in following generations and is quoted by many Torah authorities such as the Beit Yosef, the Shach and the Magen Avraham.
Signature in title page in Oriental handwriting: "I have acquired it, with truth faith Rachamim Tzergon ---". And a handwritten poem with the acrostic Rachamim Chazak. On the reverse side of title page a riddle is inscribed in poetic language.
[12], 62 leaves. 18 cm. Fair condition, spotting, restored worm and wear damages, elaborate worn leather binding.