Sepher Yetzirah (Attributed to Abraham the Patriach). With Commentary to this kabbalistic text by Elijah, the Gaon of Vilna, ABRAHAM BEN DAVID of POSQUIERES (RAV”D), Nachmanides, etc.

AUCTION 42 | Thursday, December 18th, 2008 at 1:00

Fine Judaica: Hebrew Printed Books, Manuscripts, Graphic & Ceremonial Art

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Lot 127

ELIJAH BEN SHOLOMO ZALMAN (GAON OF VILNA).

Sepher Yetzirah (Attributed to Abraham the Patriach). With Commentary to this kabbalistic text by Elijah, the Gaon of Vilna, ABRAHAM BEN DAVID of POSQUIERES (RAV”D), Nachmanides, etc.

FIRST EDITION OF COMMENTARY OF VILNA GAON. Numerous spherical charts and Kabbalistic diagrams ff.12, (2), 42, (30). Margins of final leaves slightly frayed not affecting text, slight worming and staining. Contemporary boards, worn. 4to Vinograd, Grodno 93; Vinograd Gra 682

Grodno: Ezekiel ben Moses and Partners 1806

Est: $800 - $1,000

PRICE REALIZED $800

Published by the Gaon's disciple R. Israel of Shklov