Song composed in honor of the visit of Emperor Franz Joseph — warm words of admiration and love.
Nella fausta occasione che la sacra maesta di Francesco Giuseppe. Magnificent booklet with a special song in honor of Emperor Franz Joseph’s visit to Italy. Composed by the Beit Midrash L’Rabbanim in Padua, Italy. Printed in Italy, 1856.
[13] leaves, 33 cm. Colored title page, quality paper. Hebrew, Italian, German, and Syriac.
Franz Joseph I (1830-1916) was the Austrian Emperor and King of Bohemia and Hungary. He was one of the most admired European leaders of the 19th century. He had a tolerant relationship with the Jews. During his various journeys and visits, many admiring words were written about him such as this song, which was printed in honor of his visit.
Original but blemished paper jacket. Aging stains. Fine condition.