Abudraham [laws of and commentary to, the prayers]

Estimate: $500–$700
Hammer price: $450

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author

ABUDRAHAM, DAVID

printer

Giorgio di Cavalli

Place

Venice

Publication

1566

Description

Printer\'s device on title (Yaari, Hebrew Printers' Marks 34).

references

Vinograd, Venice 512.

summary

Abudraham sought to establish structure within liturgical practices by providing the rationale behind many customs, as well as explanation to the text of all daily, Sabbath, monthly and Festival prayers. All in all it comprises an invaluable encyclopedia concerning the ritual customs of Spain, France and Germany.

ff. 147. Dampstained, repaired worming with some loss of text. Modern tan calf. Sm. 4to.

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