Auction 88 - Part I - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art

Manuscript, Selections and Novellae – Azerbaijan, 1870s

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Sold for: $1,000
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Manuscript, selections and novellae on the laws of Shechitah and Terefot, and various other topics, by an unknown writer. [Azerbaijan, ca. 1870s].
Oriental script, typical of the Persian region and Caucasian countries. Upon comparison with another manuscript received from the same source, which was written in Azerbaijan (see previous item), we infer that the present manuscript was written in Azerbaijan.
Manuscript handwritten by the author, with deletions and emendations in several places. The manuscript mainly deals with laws of Shechitah and Terefot, but also includes novellae on other topics. It mostly comprises selections from halachic literature, with the addition of original novellae by the writer. Some novellae are dated (1876, 1877).
Several leaves at the end of the manuscript with novellae on various topics. Draft letter on the back endpaper.
The manuscript also contains several pieces of paper with various inscriptions, drafts, and quill trials. Piece of paper (printed in Cyrillic characters) attached to one leaf, with a draft letter (in pencil) and inscription.
[136] leaves. 18 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Marginal tears. Large open tear to one leaf. Holes to one leaf, with damage to text. Several leaves detached. Original binding, damaged.


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Azerbaijan and the Levant – Manuscripts and Responsa
Azerbaijan and the Levant – Manuscripts and Responsa