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Auction 7 · Lot 610
Lida, David. Sepher Sod Hashem [Mohel’s compendium]. [Vinograd, Amsterdam 1585]. Amsterdam, 1745. Akiva Eger Association Copy
- Estimate
- $1,500–$2,000
- Hammer price
- $1,600
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author
(CIRCUMCISION RECORD-BOOK)
Publication
1800
Description
Eight manuscript pages tipped in at end recording the performance of 15 circumcisions. Three manuscript pages at opening with the Shirath Hayam. Black ink on paper, Aschkenazi square and cursive Hebrew scripts
summary
Of particular significance is Entry Number Ten, wherein the Mohel records the act of Brith Milah upon young Benjamin Wolf, son of the great Rabbi Akiva Eger, additionally noted is the Sandek at this important event: Akiva Eger’s father
LIghtly browned. Contemporary gilt-ruled calf, a.e.g., rubbed. 12mo
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