Auction 6 - Books, Manuscripts and Rabbinical Letters

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Manuscript from Yemen – Rashi and Siftei chachamim Commentary on the torah

Opening: $200
Sold for: $350
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Rashi's commentary on the Torah, and Siftei Chachamim commentary on Rashi – Books Vayikra, BaMidbar, and Devarim. Yemen, [18th-19th century.]
Fine calligraphy. Original manuscript probably began at Bereshit – since the first page begins with the end of the commentary on Shmot. Volume ends in the middle of Parshat VeZot HaBracha. According to bookmark, only commentary to last page verse of the Torah is missing.
28, [217] leaves. 21.5 cm. High-quality paper, good condition, stains. Some pages are damaged and restored. Antique leather cover, fine but worn.
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