(Attributed to). Halachoth Gedoloth [Gaonic Rabbinic code]

Estimate: $600–$900
Hammer price: $550

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author

KAYYARA, SHIMON

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Cornelio Adelkind for Marco Antonio Giustiniani

Place

Venice

Publication

1548

Description

FIRST EDITION. Title within ornamental arch

references

Vinograd, Venice 333; Habermann, Adelkind 51; Adams S-1157

summary

One of the earliest and most important Halachic tetxs. The authorship and date of this work has been the subject of much study and given rise to conflicting views. For a brief overview see EJ, VII cols.1167-70 (illustrated)

ff. (4), 144. Title remargined with small portion of woodcut provided in facsimile, light dampstains on first few leaves. Modern boards. Folio

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