Tzari LaNephesh Umarpeh Le’etzem [deathbed prayers].

Estimate: $800–$1,200
Hammer price: $1,700

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

author

MODENA, JUDAH ARYEH (LEONE) DA.

printer

Giovanni Caleoni for the House of Bragadin

Place

Venice

Publication

1619

Description

FIRST EDITION. With approbations including Simon Luzzatto and most interestingly, Modena himself. Title within ornamental frame.

references

Vinograd, Venice 1116.

summary

Arranged by R. Judah Aryeh Modena for the benefit of the Ashkenazic Chevrath Gemiluth Chasadim of Venice. With an introduction directed to the dignitaries of the Venetian community.

ff. 18. Touch stained. Modern boards. 12mo.

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