Hebrew Manuscript Torah Fragments From the Book of Exodus HEBREW MANUSCRIPT. Sefer Torah Parchment Manuscript Scroll [Exodus] . [Italy]: Full Description:

HEBREW MANUSCRIPT. HEBREW MANUSCRIPT.

Sefer Torah Parchment Manuscript Scroll [Exodus].

[Italy].

Italy n.d. ca 18th Century].

Sefer Torah parchment manuscript fragments taken from Exodus. With a total of fourteen columns of Hebrew manuscript in 42 lines. Four sections sewn together with thin cords and the whole piece is rolled up as a scroll. The verso is reinforced with tabs along edges and seam. The whole fragments measures approximately (20 x 78 inches; 500 x 1900 mm). Some minor creasing and soiling along edges and margins. A few light stains. Repairs to a few holes, most of which are marginal and just a couple that are affecting a few letters. Still overall a very good example.

The scroll contain a passages from the Book of Exodus 7:1-12:36, which recounts the "Plagues of Egypt", namely, the transformation of the river water into blood; the plague of frogs; the swarm of gnats; the invasion of flies; the lethal pestilence affecting livestock; the boils afflicting both livestock and people; the rain of fire and hail; the plague of locusts; the three consecutive days of darkness over the land of Egypt; and, finally, the death of the Egyptian firstborns.

HBS 69604.

$2,500.

Price: $2,500.00

Item #69604