Bidspirit auction | Extremely Rare London-Printed Yiddish/Hebrew Book

Extremely Rare London-Printed Yiddish/Hebrew Book (Tehillim & Prophets) — 1823 - A historic 19th-century volume printed in London, featuring the full text of Psalms and the Latter Prophets, uniquely rendered in Yiddish and Rashi Script. This rare book is a significant find for collectors of antique Anglo-Jewish literature and European Judaica. It represents a standalone, dedicated volume for study and prayer, specifically targeting the Yiddish-speaking Jewish community residing in London in the early 1800s. Key Features & Historical Significance: Content: Contains the complete Book of Psalms (Tehillim) followed by the Latter Prophets ( Nevi im Acharonim ): Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the Twelve Minor Prophets. Print Origin & Date: Clearly printed in London in the year 1823, as noted on the title page: “Gedruckt Bey A. Macintosh, Great New Street.” (Printed by A. Macintosh, Great New Street) Date: 1823 Language & Script: The primary text and commentary are rendered in Yiddish ( Ivri−Teitch or Judeo-German), written using the distinctive Rashi Script typeface. This format was popular for devotional and study books intended for a broad readership. Rarity: Unlike volumes that were part of a larger set, this book was printed as a standalone work, indicating its importance for daily prayer and study, especially the Psalms. Finding a copy printed in London from this period, particularly one focused on the Yiddish-speaking community, is uncommon. Provenance: The front endpaper bears a distinct, original handwritten date of ”November 14, 1839” and a name inscription (”W. Dutch” or similar), establishing an early, documented ownership history just 16 years after its publication.