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Rare and Numbered Facsimile: De Castro Pentateuch Manuscript from 1344 - Israel Museum, 1980 - Rare and numbered facsimile published by the Israel Museum of a manuscript known as the De Castro Pentateuch, which appears in the museum's collection. The manuscript was written in Germany in 1344. This portfolio contains six selected illuminated pages ([6] leaves of plates : all facsims. (chiefly color)) from the manuscriot wrapped in a cover title with elucidations on the manuscript. In addition, 6 small monochrome photographs with detailed explanations about the illumination of the manuscript [text, Chaya Benjamin; English translation, Batsheva Goldman]. 49.5X33.5 cm. Placed in an original matching cardboard binding. Stains, blemishes and small tears. Good overall condition. Numbered copy #46 of a limited edition of 350 copies only published by the Israel Museum 1979.