Sepher ha-’Itur

Estimate: $800–$1,200
Hammer price: $750

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

author

ISAAC BEN ABBA MARI OF MARSEILLES

printer

Giovanni di Gara

Place

Venice

Publication

1608

Description

FIRST EDITION. Title within architectural arch, geometrical diagram on f.101a

references

Vinograd, Venice 1041; Habermann, di Gara 256

summary

A monumental halachic compendium discussing fiscal and marital laws, forbidden foods, festivals etc. The work is a primary source of Geonic responsa and is frequently cited by Joseph Karo in his Beith Yoseph. “(The Author’s) place in the first rank of rabbinic authorities is due to his encyclopedic work, a compilation of the main Halachic laws which are of practical application.” EJ, IX 12-3

ff. 110. Slight staining on title. Later morocco-backed marbled boards. Sm. folio

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