(The Elder). Divrei Shlomo [sermons and homilies on the Bible]

Estimate: $600–$800
Hammer price: $750

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author

HALEVI, SOLOMON BEN ISAAC

printer

Daniel Zanetti

Place

Venice

Publication

1596

Description

FIRST EDITION . Title within woodcut architectural arch.

references

Vinograd, Venice 819.

summary

A descendent of exiles from Portugal, the author incorporated sermons he delivered in Salonika between the years 1568 and 1575. The work opens with the Book of Leviticus in accordance with the tradition to commence the study of Torah with motifs of purity.

ff. 314;14. Mispaginated and few leaves duplicated though all complete. First and last page laid down, trace worming along inner margins, signed by censor. Modern boards. Folio.

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