Auction 49b Part II - Bibles and Prayer Books, Manuscripts, Graphics and Ceremonial Art
Sod Hashem by Rabbi David of Lida – Amsterdam, 1680 – First Edition
Opening: $400
Sold for: $5,250
Including buyer's premium
Sod Hashem, matters pertaining to circumcision, prayers and blessings, with the Sharvit HaZahav commentary, articles and laws, by Rabbi David of Lida; with Birkat HaMazon. Amsterdam, [1680]. David de Castro Tartas. First edition of the renowned book on the topic of circumcision, which was printed in many editions, and has also been copied in Mohel ledgers. Illustrated title page, with Biblical scenes. 13, [1] leaves. 18 cm. Good-fair condition. Dark-colored paper. Stains. Tears to title page. New binding. In the Vinograd-Rosenfeld CD, 11 leaves are recorded, but this copy has 13, [1] leaves as recorded in the Bibliography of the Hebrew Book.
Siddurim and Prayer Books (Miniatures)
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