(The Abir Ya’akov, 1806-1880). Autograph Document Signed, written in Hebrew to Rabbi Menashe.
Auction 91 |
Thursday, November 12th,
2020 at 1:00pm
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Graphic & Ceremonial Arts Featuring an Extensive Collection of Rabbinic Autograph Letters.
Lot 18
ABUHATZEIRA, YA’AKOV.
(The Abir Ya’akov, 1806-1880). Autograph Document Signed, written in Hebrew to Rabbi Menashe.
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
PRICE REALIZED $6,000
Rabbi Ya’akov ibn Masoud Abuhatzeira was one of the greatest sages of North Africa. Renowned for his deep piety, followers streamed to him for his blessings. He was a prolific author both in Kabbalah and Halacha. He is the grandfather of the venerated Baba Sali, R. Yisrael Abuhatzeira (see next lot).