(R. Itzikel of Przeworsk, 1882-1976). Autograph Letter Signed, in Hebrew with some Yiddish, on letterhead, written to Shlomo ben Leah.

AUCTION 60 | Thursday, November 14th, 2013 at 1:00

Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic Art and Ceremonial Objects

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Lot 315

GEWIRTZMAN, MOSHE YITZCHAK

(R. Itzikel of Przeworsk, 1882-1976). Autograph Letter Signed, in Hebrew with some Yiddish, on letterhead, written to Shlomo ben Leah.

Heartfelt blessings for a speedy recovery, offering medical advice as to the proper diet for this ailment including the importance of eating radishes. Encloses $200 for the purchase of a shtreimel for the upcoming wedding, plus other matters. Folds. One page.

Antwerp: Yom Aleph n.d

Est: $2,000 - $3,000

Reb Itzikel was one of the most celebrated post-War Chassidic rabbis and many thousands made pilgrimages to him in Antwerp to receive his blessings and advice. A descendent of R. Elimelech of Lizhensk (as he notes alongside his signature in this letter), R. Itzikel was a follower of the Grand Rabbi of Satmar, R. Joel Teitelbaum.