(ETHICS OF THE FATHERS)

Estimate: $800–$1,200
Hammer price: $850

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P. Fagius

Place

Isny

Publication

1541

Description

Sententiae vere elegantes…veterum sapientum Hebraeorum, quas Pirkei Avoth id est capitula, aut Apophtegmata Patrum nominant. [“Thoughts truly elegant…of the ancient Hebrew sages, entitled Pirkei Avoth…”] Prepared by Elijah Levita, with translation by Paul Fagius.

references

Vinograd, Isny 3

summary

The Hebrew typography of Fagius’ press at Isny is noted for its particularly elegant style. See New York Public Library Catalogue, A Sign and a Witness, pp. 95-6 (illustrated)

pp. (8), 151, (1). Christologic reference on title blacked out (and another title page provided in facsimile). Minor stains, stamp on title. Modern half-calf over earlier marbled boards. 4to

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