(The “Kethav Sofer,” 1815-1871). Manuscript Document Signed in German.
AUCTION 49 |
Wednesday, October 27th,
2010 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Hebrew Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters and Graphic Art
Lot 339
SCHREIBER (SOFER), ABRAHAM SAMUEL BENJAMIN WOLF
(The “Kethav Sofer,” 1815-1871). Manuscript Document Signed in German.
Pressburg: 12th September 1863
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
PRICE REALIZED $900
The eldest son of the Chatham Sofer, R. Abraham Samuel Benjamin succeeded his father as Rabbi and Rosh Yeshivah of Pressburg.
When signing here in German, he utilized just two initials of his four names. He signs "S.W. Schreiber, Oberrabiner." Plus his official stamp stating "Oberrabbiner in Pressburg."