(MaHaRa”L of Prague). Derech Chaim [commentary to Ethics of the Fathers, with text]

Estimate: $2,000–$3,000
Hammer price: $2,250

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

author

LOEWE, JUDAH.

printer

Isaac Prostitz

Place

Cracow

Publication

1589

Description

FIRST EDITION. Title within woodcut architectural arch. Scattered marginalia containing textual corrections.

references

Vinograd, Cracow 118; Mehlman 130.

summary

One of the most profound analytical commentaries to Pirkei Avoth.

ff. 117, (lacking final leaf of corrections). Some browning and staining in places, trace wormed, paper repairs on final three leaves affecting few words, ownership signatures and inscriptions on title. Later calf, rebacked. Sm. folio.

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