Synagoga Judaica... Das ist Erneuerte Juedische Synagog, oder Juden-Schuel.

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: $1,300

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author

BUXTORF, JOHANNES.

printer

J.P. Krautsen

Place

Frankfurt a/Main & Leipzig

Publication

1729

Description

FIRST EDITION. Double-page engraved frontispiece of synagogue interior. Eighteen exquisite engraved illustrations of rites and customs. Folded title in red and black. From the library of Rabbi Dr. David de Sola Pool.

references

Rubens 1055-73.

summary

Important illustrations depicting the cultural history of the Jews in Germany in the 18th century.

pp. (24), 752, (8). Slightly browned, inner margins of a few leaves repaired, otherwise a pleasing copy. Later half calf, spine slightly chipped, edges rubbed. Thick 8vo.

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