Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $11,000
Sold for: $22,500
Including buyer's premium
Collection of letters from Rebbe Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn – the Rayatz of Lubavitch, with his handwritten signature. Brooklyn NY, 1943-1948. Most letters in Yiddish (2 in Hebrew and 1 in English).
Typewritten on the official stationery of Rebbe Rayatz, with his signature "Yosef Yitzchak".
1-18. Eighteen letters addressed to the philanthropist Elchanan Glazer. 1943-1947.
Many blessings for good health and longevity, success in business and abundant livelihood, good year and Passover wishes, and other blessings.
Many of the letters discuss communal matters. In one letter (Tishrei 1945), the rebbe requests Mr. Glazer's assistance in bringing over Tomchei Temimim students in Shanghai to the United States. In other letters, the rebbe acknowledges his donations to Chabad institutions, and his sponsoring the printing of the Tzemach Tzedek series of books.
19. Letter of good year wishes addressed to R. Yitzchak (presumably Yitzchak Glazer, father of Elchanan Glazer). 27th Elul 1945.
20. Invitation to a conference regarding Holocaust refugees in Europe. 13th Cheshvan 1948. English. With the rebbe's full signature: "Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn". The word "Bivracha" (with blessings) was handwritten by the rebbe. Addressed to Mr. Benjamin Glazer, presumably a relative of Elchanan Glazer.
[20] leaves, official stationery. Size and condition vary.
Typewritten on the official stationery of Rebbe Rayatz, with his signature "Yosef Yitzchak".
1-18. Eighteen letters addressed to the philanthropist Elchanan Glazer. 1943-1947.
Many blessings for good health and longevity, success in business and abundant livelihood, good year and Passover wishes, and other blessings.
Many of the letters discuss communal matters. In one letter (Tishrei 1945), the rebbe requests Mr. Glazer's assistance in bringing over Tomchei Temimim students in Shanghai to the United States. In other letters, the rebbe acknowledges his donations to Chabad institutions, and his sponsoring the printing of the Tzemach Tzedek series of books.
19. Letter of good year wishes addressed to R. Yitzchak (presumably Yitzchak Glazer, father of Elchanan Glazer). 27th Elul 1945.
20. Invitation to a conference regarding Holocaust refugees in Europe. 13th Cheshvan 1948. English. With the rebbe's full signature: "Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn". The word "Bivracha" (with blessings) was handwritten by the rebbe. Addressed to Mr. Benjamin Glazer, presumably a relative of Elchanan Glazer.
[20] leaves, official stationery. Size and condition vary.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $200
Unsold
Shana Tova telegram from Rebbe Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn – the Rayatz of Lubavitch. 1940s (ca. 1940-1947).
Typewritten on a Western Union telegram form.
The telegram begins with a list of dozens of rebbes, rabbis and public figures in the United States. The telegram may have been sent by the rebbe to one of his secretaries while he was away from home, in order that they prepare copies of Shana Tova letters to those listed in the Telegram.
Enclosed: telegram printed on a Western Union telegram form, sent from Tel Aviv to Rebbe Rayatz at Eastern Parkway, 770, Brooklyn NY – correction of an error in an earlier telegram to the Rebbe (inscription in the margin, presumably handwritten by the secretary R. Nissan Mindel).
Approx. 21X15.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Brittle paper. Creases and folding marks. Marginal closed and open tears. Minor stains.
Typewritten on a Western Union telegram form.
The telegram begins with a list of dozens of rebbes, rabbis and public figures in the United States. The telegram may have been sent by the rebbe to one of his secretaries while he was away from home, in order that they prepare copies of Shana Tova letters to those listed in the Telegram.
Enclosed: telegram printed on a Western Union telegram form, sent from Tel Aviv to Rebbe Rayatz at Eastern Parkway, 770, Brooklyn NY – correction of an error in an earlier telegram to the Rebbe (inscription in the margin, presumably handwritten by the secretary R. Nissan Mindel).
Approx. 21X15.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Brittle paper. Creases and folding marks. Marginal closed and open tears. Minor stains.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $100
Unsold
Letter from Rebbe Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn – the Rayatz of Lubavitch. Brooklyn NY, 1st day of Rosh Chodesh Marcheshvan 1942.
Typewritten on the official stationery of Rebbe Rayatz, and signed by his secretary R. Chaim Lieberman "in the name of the rebbe".
[1] leaf, official stationery. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Creases and folding marks.
Typewritten on the official stationery of Rebbe Rayatz, and signed by his secretary R. Chaim Lieberman "in the name of the rebbe".
[1] leaf, official stationery. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Creases and folding marks.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $5,250
Including buyer's premium
Galley proofs of the booklet Reshimot al Megillat Eichah – addendum, by the Tzemach Tzedek of Lubavitch, with notations and corrections handwritten by Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe. [Brooklyn], 1952.
Printer's sheet, cut into eight long, narrow strips of paper. Each leaf contains penciled additions, corrections and markings, handwritten by the rebbe, which were incorporated in the final edition of the booklet, published in 1952.
The notes of the Tzemach Tzedek on Megillat Eichah were first published in 1951. The rebbe subsequently obtained a bichel with unpublished teachings on Megillat Eichah, and he printed them in the booklet Reshimot al Megillat Eichah – addendum.
[8] leaves. 24X63 cm (apart from one leaf sized 24X33 cm). Overall good condition. Folding marks.
Printer's sheet, cut into eight long, narrow strips of paper. Each leaf contains penciled additions, corrections and markings, handwritten by the rebbe, which were incorporated in the final edition of the booklet, published in 1952.
The notes of the Tzemach Tzedek on Megillat Eichah were first published in 1951. The rebbe subsequently obtained a bichel with unpublished teachings on Megillat Eichah, and he printed them in the booklet Reshimot al Megillat Eichah – addendum.
[8] leaves. 24X63 cm (apart from one leaf sized 24X33 cm). Overall good condition. Folding marks.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $500
Sold for: $1,125
Including buyer's premium
Letter from Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe, addressed to R. Menachem Porush of Jerusalem. Brooklyn, NY, Sivan 1961.
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and corrections.
In his letter to R. Menachem Porush, Knesset member for Agudath Israel, the rebbe expresses his surprise at R. Porush for thinking that Chabad Chassidut would change its time-honored principle of having no political affiliation.
Addition of one letter and some punctuation in the rebbe's handwriting.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe's approach to the Agudath Israel movement was centered around the Lubavitch tenet of apoliticism, and refraining from associating with anything politically affiliated. This letter was written following a request that the rebbe officially intervene on behalf of Agudath Israel.
This letter was published in part in Yamim Tovim im HaRebbi. It was presumably never published in full.
[1] leaf. 28 cm. Thin paper. Good condition. Stains. Filing holes. Folding marks.
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and corrections.
In his letter to R. Menachem Porush, Knesset member for Agudath Israel, the rebbe expresses his surprise at R. Porush for thinking that Chabad Chassidut would change its time-honored principle of having no political affiliation.
Addition of one letter and some punctuation in the rebbe's handwriting.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe's approach to the Agudath Israel movement was centered around the Lubavitch tenet of apoliticism, and refraining from associating with anything politically affiliated. This letter was written following a request that the rebbe officially intervene on behalf of Agudath Israel.
This letter was published in part in Yamim Tovim im HaRebbi. It was presumably never published in full.
[1] leaf. 28 cm. Thin paper. Good condition. Stains. Filing holes. Folding marks.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $400
Sold for: $1,125
Including buyer's premium
1. Letter of Shana Tova wishes and blessings from Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe, to Tzvi Tzur. Brooklyn NY, Tishrei 1984.
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and the addition of one word in his handwriting. Blessings for a good year and success in his public functions.
2. Thank you letter from Tzvi Tzur to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Erev Shavuot 1985. Typewritten, with Tzur's handwritten signature.
The recipient of the letter, Tzvi (Tsera) Tzur (1923-2004), was the 6th Chief of Staff of the IDF in 1961-1963.
Letter from the Lubavitcher Rebbe: [1] leaf, official stationery of the rebbe. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Letter from Tzvi Tzur: [1] leaf. 27.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor stains. Enclosed: official envelope of the rebbe (with inscription on the back, signed by Tzur).
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and the addition of one word in his handwriting. Blessings for a good year and success in his public functions.
2. Thank you letter from Tzvi Tzur to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Erev Shavuot 1985. Typewritten, with Tzur's handwritten signature.
The recipient of the letter, Tzvi (Tsera) Tzur (1923-2004), was the 6th Chief of Staff of the IDF in 1961-1963.
Letter from the Lubavitcher Rebbe: [1] leaf, official stationery of the rebbe. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Letter from Tzvi Tzur: [1] leaf. 27.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor stains. Enclosed: official envelope of the rebbe (with inscription on the back, signed by Tzur).
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $500
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Letter from Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe, with his signature. Brooklyn NY, Elul 1963. "Selichot days… one hundred and fifty years since the passing of the Baal HaTanya".
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and the addition of the blessing "Hatzlacha" (success) in his handwriting.
Addressed to R. Nissan Mindel, his secretary for over forty years. Blessings for upcoming new year.
[1] leaf, official stationery. Approx. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks.
Typewritten on the rebbe's official stationery, with his handwritten signature and the addition of the blessing "Hatzlacha" (success) in his handwriting.
Addressed to R. Nissan Mindel, his secretary for over forty years. Blessings for upcoming new year.
[1] leaf, official stationery. Approx. 21.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $200
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One-shekel bill received from Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe. 6th Shevat 1990.
Inscribed: "From the rebbe, in an audience of Wednesday night, 6th Shevat 1990, on the eve of my visit to the Holy Land", signed: "N.M." [Nissan Mindel].
Approx. 13.5X7.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor marginal tears and wear.
Inscribed: "From the rebbe, in an audience of Wednesday night, 6th Shevat 1990, on the eve of my visit to the Holy Land", signed: "N.M." [Nissan Mindel].
Approx. 13.5X7.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor marginal tears and wear.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $200
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Ten-shekel bill received from Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneersohn – the Lubavitcher Rebbe. 6th Sivan 1987.
Inscribed: "From the rebbe, on the eve of my visit to the Holy Land. Motzaei Shabbat Parashat Nasso, 6th Sivan, 1987", signed: "N.M." [Nissan Mindel].
Approx. 13.5X7.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor marginal tears and wear.
Inscribed: "From the rebbe, on the eve of my visit to the Holy Land. Motzaei Shabbat Parashat Nasso, 6th Sivan, 1987", signed: "N.M." [Nissan Mindel].
Approx. 13.5X7.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks. Minor marginal tears and wear.
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Chabad – Manuscripts and Letters
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $300
Sold for: $375
Including buyer's premium
Leaf with lengthy responsum (4 columns), handwritten and signed by the Rishon LeTzion R. Avraham Ashkenazi, rabbi of Jerusalem. [Jerusalem, 19th century].
Halachic responsum regarding a testament disputed by the heirs and guardians. The responsum was published in Responsa of R. A. Ashkenazi, published by the Ahavat Shalom institute (Jerusalem, 1991, section 10).
R. Avraham Ashkenazi (1811-1880), prominent Torah scholar, Rishon LeTzion of Jerusalem. His opinion was conclusive on communal matters in Jerusalem and throughout the world.
[1] leaf (closely written on both sides, in four columns). Approx. 30 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Folding marks. Tears to folds and worming, affecting text in several places.
Halachic responsum regarding a testament disputed by the heirs and guardians. The responsum was published in Responsa of R. A. Ashkenazi, published by the Ahavat Shalom institute (Jerusalem, 1991, section 10).
R. Avraham Ashkenazi (1811-1880), prominent Torah scholar, Rishon LeTzion of Jerusalem. His opinion was conclusive on communal matters in Jerusalem and throughout the world.
[1] leaf (closely written on both sides, in four columns). Approx. 30 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Folding marks. Tears to folds and worming, affecting text in several places.
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Eretz Israel and Jerusalem – Letters and Documents
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $300
Sold for: $375
Including buyer's premium
Emissary letter in neat calligraphic script, signed with the signature-stamps of R. Avraham Ashkenazi and R. Refael Meir Panigel, with the stamps of community institutions and of the trustees of Vaad Pekidei Kushta (body in Constantinople centralizing the financial assistance to the residents of Eretz Israel): R. Chaim Nissim Baruch, R. Shlomo Abulafia, and others. Jerusalem, [Adar II 1870].
Addressed to R. Yehuda Chermon (a rabbi of Oran, Algeria), regarding the routine mission of R. Asher Avraham HaLevi son of R. Yaakov HaLevi to benefit the destitute Jews of Jerusalem, who were in a difficult financial situation due to a drought and locust plague.
[1] leaf. 30 cm. Fair condition. Dark stains and wear. Worming, affecting text.
Emissary letter pasted on a printed leaf, galley proof from the book Ar'a DeRabbanan (Constantinople, 1745) with handwritten corrections.
Addressed to R. Yehuda Chermon (a rabbi of Oran, Algeria), regarding the routine mission of R. Asher Avraham HaLevi son of R. Yaakov HaLevi to benefit the destitute Jews of Jerusalem, who were in a difficult financial situation due to a drought and locust plague.
[1] leaf. 30 cm. Fair condition. Dark stains and wear. Worming, affecting text.
Emissary letter pasted on a printed leaf, galley proof from the book Ar'a DeRabbanan (Constantinople, 1745) with handwritten corrections.
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Eretz Israel and Jerusalem – Letters and Documents
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Auction 77 - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial
March 15, 2021
Opening: $800
Sold for: $1,000
Including buyer's premium
Ketubah recording the marriage of Yitzchak son of Yosef Havilio, to Sarah daughter of R. Nissim Ezra Mandil. 14th Tishrei 1889.
Large ketubah. Neat Oriental script. Decorated in colored ink, in the style of Jerusalemite ketubot.
Signatures of the groom and witnesses, including R. "Shlomo Moshe Suzin" (the second; Jerusalem Torah scholar, grandson of the Rishon LeTzion R. Shlomo Moshe Suzin).
The Havilio family was a veteran and prominent family in Eretz Israel. The father of the bride, R. Nissim Ezra Mandil, is a signatory on various halachic rulings alongside Jerusalem rabbis.
[1] leaf. Approx. 76X54 cm. Fair condition. Stains and dampness damage. Wear and large tears, affecting text. Old and new paper repairs.
Large ketubah. Neat Oriental script. Decorated in colored ink, in the style of Jerusalemite ketubot.
Signatures of the groom and witnesses, including R. "Shlomo Moshe Suzin" (the second; Jerusalem Torah scholar, grandson of the Rishon LeTzion R. Shlomo Moshe Suzin).
The Havilio family was a veteran and prominent family in Eretz Israel. The father of the bride, R. Nissim Ezra Mandil, is a signatory on various halachic rulings alongside Jerusalem rabbis.
[1] leaf. Approx. 76X54 cm. Fair condition. Stains and dampness damage. Wear and large tears, affecting text. Old and new paper repairs.
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Eretz Israel and Jerusalem – Letters and Documents
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