<<(New York?).>> Pinkas Chevra Kadisha - Independent Ostrelenker Young Man’s Benevolent Association.

Auction 93 | Thursday, May 06th, 2021 at 1:00pm

K2 Judaica Sale: Rare Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Arts

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<<(New York?).>> Pinkas Chevra Kadisha - Independent Ostrelenker Young Man’s Benevolent Association.

Manuscript in Hebrew and Yiddish written in a calligraphic hand. Contains bylaws of the Burial Society, code of conduct for prepping for funeral, lists of the deceased, members. Elaborate opening title and divisional title in colors. pp. 45 (excluding many blanks). Original gilt-titled thick boards with central lock. Large folio.

(New York): 1920’s-

Est: $800 - $1,200

PRICE REALIZED $1,000

“Founded Motzei Yom Kippur 1901, Burial Society established 2nd Adar, 1919.” Organized in New York by immigrants from Ostroleka (Ostrołęka), northeast Poland.