Sod Yesharim. Hebrew manuscript.

Estimate: $500–$700
Hammer price: Not recorded

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author

MODENA, JUDAH ARYEH (LEONE DE).

Place

Florence

Publication

1785

Description

Two title-pages within decorated borders. Italian Hebrew script, opening blank with later Italian inscription (dated 1889).

summary

A manual containing folk-remedies and cures for various sicknesses and problems, along with practical agricultural and household formulas. Plus a section of riddles to sharpen the mind. A manuscript copy of a popular manual first published in Venice, 1595.

36 pages. Modern gilt-tooled calf. 8vo.

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