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Zera Emeth [responsa, with Talmudic novellae].

Auction 75 · Lot 189

Zera Emeth [responsa, with Talmudic novellae].

Estimate
$400–$600
Hammer price
Not recorded

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

author

ISHMAEL COHEN OF MODENA.

Place

Livorno, 1787, 1796 and Reggio

Publication

1812

Description

First Edition. Three volumes. Complete set.

references

Vinograd, Livorno 225, 414 and Reggio 20.

summary

Prominent posek R. Yishmael HaCohen (1724-1810) succeeded his brother R. David HaCohen as Rabbi of Modena - a notable center of rabbinic learning of 18th century Italy. R. Yishmael held the position of Rabbi and leader of Modena for decades, during which time his rulings were conclusive in all matters affecting Italian Jews.
Previous owner’s marks. Modern non-uniform boards. Sm. folio.
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