(RaDaK). Sepher Michlol [grammar]

Estimate: $500–$700
Hammer price: $800

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author

KIMCHI, DAVID

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Cornelio Adelkind for Daniel Bomberg

Place

Venice

Publication

1545

Description

Edited by Elijah Levita. Title within architectural arch

references

Vinograd, Venice 245; Habermann, Bomberg 174; not in Adams

summary

The Michlol was David Kimchi’s chief grammatical work, it treats verbs comprehensively, covering the rules governing conjugation, changes of pronunciation and accents. It is distinguished by the clarity of its style and its conciseness. Indeed, these qualities resulted in the Michlol’s supremacy over previous works. For centuries it was considered preeminent in its field. See M. Waxman, Vol. I, p. 179

ff. 69. Lower portion of title in facsimile, marginal repair to first leaf affecting some letters, some staining. Modern vellum. Folio

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