Seder Selichoth LeChaburah Kedoshah [Burial Society prayers, customs, etc.]

Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
Hammer price: $600

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

author

(POLAND).

Place

Cracow

Publication

1810

Description

As per the ancient traditions followed by the community of Cracow. An uncut copy.

references

Vinograd, Cracow 499.

summary

Contains the By-laws of the Society, as well as instructions and procedures concerning the appropriate methods in preparing the deceased for burial. Includes single textual illustration demonstrating the correct fashion to fasten the belt of the shroud.

ff. 32, (8). Stained, stamp on title. Modern boards. 8vo.

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