Shaagas Aryeh. Responsa of Rabbi Aryeh Leib b”r Asher of Metz [Gunzberg]. Frankfurt on the Oder, [1756]. First edition. Variant.
[1] 89 leaves, 33 cm. First edition of the noted work, printed by the author himself. The author was called by the name of his work, the “Shaagas Aryeh.” Like many other copies, this exemplar does not feature the concluding leaves that were added after printing.
Unique variant: On the bottom of the page behind the title, there is a printed thank-you from the author to R’ Yehudah Leib of Frankfurt on the Oder [3 lines], The bottom line has been partially cropped. Most copies do not have these lines.
Owner signature on title page.
Simple, blemished binding. Aging stains. Minimal worming holes on the last leaves affecting a number of words. Fine condition.