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Seder Mishnayot
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Seder Mishnayot. Zeraim, Zemanim, Nashim, Nezikin, Kodshim, Taharot [proofread by Menasseh ben Israel]. Amsterdam: Elijah Aboab, 1644
- Paper
2 parts in one volume, 16mo (93 x 62mm.), title within typographical border, contemporary vellum, binding slightly soiled, lacking two pairs of ties
Provenance
William O'Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899
Literature
Vinograd, Amsterdam 85; Fuks 171; Steinschneider 1998
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A charming miniature pocket edition. At end of the volume is an index of the chapters in alphabetical order.
Rabbi Menasseh ben Israel established the first Hebrew press in Amsterdam. From 1643-1645, the printing press was leased to Elijah Aboab and therefore his name appears on the title page of this book. However, even during those years, Rabbi Menasseh ben Israel continued to be involved at the press as a corrector and an author.