Pinkas Chevra Chessed Neurim.

Estimate: $1,500–$2,500
Hammer price: Not recorded

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

author

(HUNGARY)

Place

Palata

Publication

1832-51

Description

Hebrew manuscript on paper. Title-page set between two colorful architectural pillars surmounted by leafy and floral patterns. 68 pages of names of members. Each name within a circular green wreath. Recorded beneath a few names is a note stating that membership rights have been suspended until dues are paid.

summary

Record-Book of a society founded to fund the Torah education of the poor in the community of Palata (Varpalota), Western Hungary. The Chief Rabbi of Palata from 1810-48 was Rabbi Benjamin Wolf Chayot, a disciple of the Chasam Sofer.

Original gilt-titled calf. Large 4to.

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