(Gaon of Vilna). Pirkei Avoth with commentries of the Gaon of Vilna and Derech Avoth by Meir, grandson of the Gaon’s brother Abraham. With Likutei Torah.

Estimate: $700–$1,000
Hammer price: $700

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author

(ELIJAH BEN SOLOMON ZALMAN).

Place

Vilna

Publication

1836

Description

First edition of Derech Avoth commentary.

references

Vinograd, Vilna 365; Vinograd, Gr”a 320.

summary

According to Vinograd, the commentary of the Gaon follows the first, Shklov 1804, edition. In the additional selections on the Torah, the author cites the Gaon on occasion.

ff. (2), 6-47, (14). Browned and lightly stained, marginal repair to title, previous owner’s stamps, corner of last page torn. Later boards. 4to.

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