Bidspirit auction | Yefai Anaf. First Edition. Frankfurt

Yefai Anaf. First Edition. Frankfurt 1696. - Commentary to the Midrash Rabbah of Megilas Rus, Esther and Eicha, by R. Shmuel Yofeh Ashkenazi. With intricate woodcut title page featuring Biblical vignettes. Includes fascinating introduction by the editor R. Shimon ben Yaakov, an emissary from Tzefas, who relates the trials and tribulations he endured while traveling throughout Europe. R. Shmuel Yofeh Ashkenazi (d. late 16th century), was the spiritual leader of the Ashkenazi community of Constantinople. He is celebrated for his many comprehensive commentaries on the Midrashim, including Yefai To’ar, Yefai Mareh and Yefai Einayim. Vinograd Frankfurt 82. Gottschalk press. [3], 29, 31, 54 pages. 32 cm. Fine condition. Antique binding. Opening bid $175