Title page and introduction to the Sefer Michtam LeDavid, responsa of R. David Pardo to the rabbis of Sarajevo, Bosnia. Salonika, [1772]. First edition, printed during the author's lifetime.
On the title page is a long dedication, handwritten and signed by the author.
The renowned R. David Pardo (1718-1790), a prominent commentator on the Mishnah and the Tosefta, was born in Venice, Italy and served in the rabbinate of Sarajevo and Spalatro in Bosnia. In 1782, he moved to Jerusalem. He wrote many books, the most renowned of which are Shoshanim L'David on the Mishnah and his series Chasdei David on the Tosefta. His other publications include works on the Torah, on Medrashei Halacha, on the Talmud, Halachic responsa, commentary on the prayers and ethical works.
[3] leaves. Approximately 29.5 cm. Fair condition; wear and tears to the margins.