Collection of [3] Small Format Volumes of Talmud Bavli, Unique Editions. Signatures

Collection of [3] Small Format Volumes of Talmud Bavli, Unique Editions. Signatures

Three volumes of Talmud Bavli, unique editions printed on their own, not as part of a Sha"s. These editions were printed in a small format designed for the benefit of travellers, etc. In these three editions, every two leaves constitutes one leaf of the standard editions for easy use during travel. These tractates are naturally uncommon, as they became worn and lost.

* Tractate Megillah. Amsterdam, Dayan Press, 1730. 45 (should be 75), [1] leaf. 19 cm. Very rare edition.

On the title page: made as a small volume so that a person can carry it in his coat and continue to study even while he is travelling. This tractate was printed on its own, not as part of a Sha"s. It is not recorded in the list of single editions from Amsterdam presses in the article on printing the Talmud.

* Tractate Yoma. Amsterdam, Proops Press, 1740. 189 leaf, 19.5 cm.

Chiddushei Maharsh"a is printed in the margins of the pages (and not as customary, after the gemara).

Mifa'l HaBibliographiah writes that the sefer includes only 183 leaves. This copy includes 189 leaves. These leaves include Kitzur Piskei HaRo"sh and Peirush HaMishnayot L'HaRamba"m, as mentioned on the title page.

* Tractate Niddah. Metz, Mai Press, 1770. 172; 29-44, [2]; 30 leaf. Lacking two leaves. 19.5 cm.

The last 30 leaves include the Ri"f on this tractate, with a separate title page.

Total of [3] volumes. The title pages and the flyleaves bear antique signatures and notations; these have not been examined.

Overall fine-very fine condition. Usage and aging stains. Wear and tears in several leaves. Beautiful antique bindings with abrasions and slight wear.