Bidspirit auction | Takfo Kohen by the author

Takfo Kohen by the author of the Shach, Frankfurt an der Oder, first edition, 5437 [1677]. - Sefer Takfo Kohen, on the principles of possession (tfisah). Among the most famous and important works of analytical study across all generations. By Rabbeinu Shabsai HaKohen Katz, author of the Shach (Sifsei Kohen). With a foreword and poem by the author; the sefer was brought to print by Rabbi Moshe Katz, the author’s son. A rare foundational work. Frankfurt an der Oder, first edition, 5437 [1677]. Several ancient annotations in the body of the sefer. On the title page: signature “Yitzchak Eisik”, and an additional stamp. Stefansky, Sifrei Yesod, 316. Collation: [2], 5–90 leaves. New binding. Margins trimmed, some loss to headings; one leaf of the index slightly trimmed at the edge of the text. Three leaves with minor professional paper restoration at the upper margin. Light wear and worming in the final leaves. Condition: overall good.