Novellae and elucidations on the laws of the Shulchan Aruch Yoreh Deah, sections 1-111, concluding with responsa by Rabbi Refael HaKohen of Hamburg.
Specifications: 184:20 leaves. 35 cm. The last pagination features the responsa.
Unique features: The title page bears the signature of Rabbi Dovber Etrog and the stamp of his son, Rabbi Nachum Etrog, Rabbi and Av Beit Din of Safed.
Background: The author, Rabbi Refael HaKohen of Hamburg [1723-1804] was the author of VeShev Hakohen. He was a disciple of the Sha’agat Aryeh and the teacher of Rabbi Chaim of Volozhin. He served in the rabbinate in Minsk, Pinsk, Posen and finally in the communities of Altona
Condition: Very fine. Light blemish to the title page and following leaf. Minimal aging stains.