Auction 60 - Jewish and Israeli History and Culture

Inauguration of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem - Collection of Items

Opening: $600
Sold for: $750
Including buyer's premium
1. Large photograph from the inauguration ceremony of the Hebrew University on Mount Scopus. [Photographer: Ya'akov Ben-Dov, Jerusalem, 1925]. Ink-stamped on the back: "Art. Bezalel Stores Jerusalem".
39.5X29.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains at margins and on the back. Creases at margins. Small tears; small open tear.
2. Proclamation on behalf of the publicity department of "Gdud Magine HaSafah HaIvrit", on the occasion of the inauguration of the Hebrew University, [April 1, 1925].
3. Hymn in honor of the inauguration of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Music: A. Davidovich, song: I. Heftmann. Published by "Tarbut" In Poland, Warsaw, 1925.
4-6. Three issues of the newspaper "Doar Hayom" edited by Itamar Ben Avi, March 25, April 1, and April 2, 1925. The issues cover Lord Balfour's visit on the occasion of his participation in the inauguration ceremony of the Hebrew University (Balfour was the guest of honor at the ceremony) and the opening ceremony.
7. Supplement to "Ha'aretz" newspaper, issue 1711, [April 1, 1925], on the subject of the inauguration ceremony of the Hebrew University.
Size and condition vary. Overall good condition.
Herzl, Zionism, Palestine, British Mandate and Underground Movements, the State of Israel
Herzl, Zionism, Palestine, British Mandate and Underground Movements, the State of Israel