(ETHICS OF THE FATHERS)

AUCTION 46 | Thursday, September 10th, 2009 at 1:00

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

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Lot 106

(ETHICS OF THE FATHERS)

Sententiae vere elegantes…veterum sapientum Hebraeorum, quas Pirkei Avoth id est capitula, aut Apophtegmata Patrum nominant. [“Thoughts truly elegant…of the ancient Hebrew sages, entitled Pirkei Avoth…”] Prepared by Elijah Levita, with translation by Paul Fagius. pp. (8), 151, (1). Christologic reference on title blacked out (and another title page provided in facsimile). Minor stains, stamp on title. Modern half-calf over earlier marbled boards. 4to Vinograd, Isny 3

Isny: P. Fagius 1541

Est: $800 - $1,200

PRICE REALIZED $850

The Hebrew typography of Fagius’ press at Isny is noted for its particularly elegant style. See New York Public Library Catalogue, A Sign and a Witness, pp. 95-6 (illustrated)